protective
Example Sentences
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Strict temperature controls and workers in protective suits ensure that medicines are handled under sterile conditions and in guaranteed cold chains.
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026
Despite having an implant, eye drops and other protective measures, the force said her eye condition - which Luna was born with - meant she was always going to lose sight in the affected eye.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
It urged the crypto industry to adopt new protective measures before quantum computers become powerful enough to exploit those vulnerabilities.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
The protective effects were especially strong for inflammatory conditions like arthritis, serious cardiovascular problems such as heart attack and stroke, and dementia.
From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026
Maybe it’s a protective thing your brain does?
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
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