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protect

[pruh-tekt] / prəˈtɛkt /


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Two Virginia activists who are plaintiffs in the suit claim that they “want to uphold the rule of law and protect our nation’s most cherished monuments from corrupt exploitation.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The programs can be a savvy way for universities to protect their rankings and generate revenue, said Adam Nguyen, founder of admissions-consulting firm Ivy Link.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

In a statement published Wednesday, Russia's digital ministry said Roblox had successfully implemented measures to "protect children, including by launching a mechanism to restrict access to games by age group".

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Natural England said the rules remain necessary to protect vulnerable habitats.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Above the door were the good luck symbols Mrs. Sasaki had put there to protect them during the new year.

From "Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes" by Eleanor Coerr




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