shielded

Example Sentences

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The study found that large areas of shallow Arctic waters, once shielded by sea ice, are now being exposed to much more sunlight.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

To be sure, Congress can create new private property or contract rights that cannot be undone later because they are shielded by other parts of the Constitution.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Beijing has been relatively shielded from the effects of the conflict thanks to its oil reserves and diverse energy sources.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

The argument claims that the insurer’s are shielded from antitrust liability under both California and federal law due to a specific legal doctrine that applies to them involving their status as state-regulated entities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Milo shielded his eyes with one hand and waved the other desperately, but the colors continued to grow brighter and brighter and brighter, until an even more curious thing began to happen.

From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster