protecting
Example Sentences
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The Scottish government said it recognised the important role of police officers who often put themselves at risk while protecting the public.
From BBC
The wiser approach for Californians would be to switch from gas to electric appliances, protecting customers from volatile gas prices and toxic indoor air.
From Los Angeles Times
Four months later, the ISU announced the increased minimum age limit “for the sake of protecting the physical and mental health, and emotional well-being of the skaters.”
From Los Angeles Times
Dalio believes that protecting one’s wealth in times of war is difficult, as “normal activities are curtailed, traditionally safe investments aren’t safe, capital mobility is limited and high taxes are imposed.”
From MarketWatch
CEO Ken Murphy reiterated the company’s commitment to student privacy, compliance with federal laws and a long history of protecting data.
From Salon
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.