- present participle of shield.
shielding
Example Sentences
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With 54 minutes on the clock, Ben Gannon-Doak let out a roar, clenched his fist and punched the air after shielding the ball out for a Scotland goal-kick.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
A VPN encrypts all the data sent to and from users’ phones, shielding them from hackers who might be trying to steal it.
From Salon ● Jun. 10, 2026
Beyond storing carbon, mangroves play a critical role in shielding shorelines from storms, supporting wildlife, and helping sustain coastal communities.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 5, 2026
European Commission officials held talks on Friday to discuss ramping up the bloc’s trade defenses, a move aimed at shielding critical industries from Chinese rivals.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026
Fadi leaned over the table, shielding the sheets from the group of kids that had wandered in.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
