protector

Example Sentences

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Algerian lawmakers have been demanding that France return a 16th Century bronze canon, known as Baba Merzoug, meaning "Blessed Father", that was regarded as the protector of Algiers, now Algeria's capital.

From BBC

Ousted ruler Assad, himself an Alawite, had long presented himself as a protector of minorities, who were the target of attacks during Syria's war, some of which were claimed by jihadists.

From Barron's

Hebel characterized Morrison as “very much like a papa bear, a protector” who was very close to Sheina, his only child.

From The Wall Street Journal

The only comfort Calvin has in grappling with his sister’s death is knowing that she believed in a higher protector and an afterlife.

From Los Angeles Times

Local warlords allied to the military have been the principal protectors and business partners of the Chinese scam bosses, and have become very rich.

From BBC