protector

Example Sentences

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Perry says her mother was also a fierce, if deeply flawed, protector, who was forced to become the sole provider as Perry’s father squandered his earnings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

“Charge my phone?” asked another, and Gil submitted the device into a tangle of cords growing from a surge protector.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Over time, Superman has been transformed into a moody teen and a Christ-figure, a violent threat and a cuddly protector.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

Especially the tiniest ones, like a cricket that reminds him that he was once a protector.

From Salon • Feb. 1, 2026

He missed old Matt, his protector, and supplies of peanuts and popcorn from the Jumping Frog Lounge.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary