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protecting

[pruh-tek-ting] / prəˈtɛk tɪŋ /
















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"The American dream is not perfect, there are many flaws here -- but we have something very special that is worthy of protecting."

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

But lawyers for the boys argued the judge had approached sentencing correctly, giving the best chance of rehabilitation while protecting against future offending.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

Making America more affordable for working families, lowering the cost of healthcare and child care, protecting our seniors and strengthening public schools are all part of the same American project.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

The league and our security team have been in contact with the Phoenix Mercury organization and remain committed to protecting all players.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

“There were 180 guns protecting this site. From that alone, we could tell what an important enterprise it was.”

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti




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