1
as in protection
means or method of defending
with these safeguards in place, no one should be able to break into our computers
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as in precaution
a measure taken to preclude loss or injury
safeguards that were intended to assure our security, but not at the expense of our liberty
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as in to protect
to drive danger or attack away from
sheepdogs safeguard the flock from attacks by wolves
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Recent Examples of safeguard
Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
This lawsuit is our safeguard, preserving local governance, democracy, and civilian municipal control of our law enforcement agencies.
—Arnold Kriss, New York Daily News, 15 May 2025
Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 27 May 2025
Cyprus’ 2004 accession to the European Union was a milestone for Sanna as the EU poured resources into safeguarding indigenous minority languages, a designation that Cypriot authorities had bestowed.
—Menelaos Hadjicostis, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2025
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Noun
Trump officials say the new agreement includes safeguards to prevent such diversions.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
This lawsuit is our safeguard, preserving local governance, democracy, and civilian municipal control of our law enforcement agencies.
—Arnold Kriss, New York Daily News, 15 May 2025
Verb
Newman, Anzalone & Newman advises seeking immediate medical attention to safeguard your physical health and document your injuries.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 27 May 2025
Cyprus’ 2004 accession to the European Union was a milestone for Sanna as the EU poured resources into safeguarding indigenous minority languages, a designation that Cypriot authorities had bestowed.
—Menelaos Hadjicostis, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for safeguard
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This thriller follows cello prodigy Curtis Wilson, who is forced to enter the witness protection program because of trouble with his drug-dealing father.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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Pass protection was one of the reasons the Patriots drafted running back TreVeyon Henderson in the second round this year.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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As a precaution, flights at Moscow airports were temporarily suspended overnight Thursday into Friday and then again late Friday afternoon.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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There was also a 2-mile oil sheen spotted in March 2024 off Huntington Beach, with the health care agency issuing precautions to beachgoers.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
6 June 2025
Verb
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While these fears may be well-founded, our response should not be to reject crypto altogether, but rather embrace thoughtful policies to mitigate risks, protect consumers, and promote transparency.—
Jeremy Cooney,
New York Daily News,
30 May 2025
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Californians should urge Sens. Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff to protect this vital lifeline.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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The video is likely to be used by both prosecutors and defense attorneys as evidence in Dugan's criminal case.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
2 June 2025
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Indiana was also overhauling its defense, learning how to execute simpler yet more aggressive schemes with personnel better suited to defend than the team the Pacers put on the floor in 2023-24 — a team that, yes, made the Eastern Conference finals despite its defensive struggles.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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A day after the singer, 38, shocked fans by walking the 2025 American Music Awards red carpet with a blonde bob — a far departure from her trademark long locks — Pratt, 41, defended his wife against hate comments.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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Kehoe, in response to a question from The Star on Tuesday, defended his decision to push the plan at the 11th-hour.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2025
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Bielema was coaching the punt shield phase of the Badgers special teams unit and was ready to make a bold call.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Specially designed first-of-its-kind heat personalization shields hair from excess heat exposure, without compromising results.—
Náosha Gregg,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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The majority also overturned William’s convictions for possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition, saying the convictions amounted to violation of the Constitution’s double jeopardy prohibition because he was effectively charged twice for the same crime.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2025
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Spurred on by their own security concerns, European allies and Canada have already been ramping up military spending, including arms and ammunition purchases, since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.—
Lorne Cook,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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“Safeguard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/safeguard. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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