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as in guardian
a person or group that watches over someone or something
checked in with the security guard at the gate
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as in defense
means or method of defending
the boxer's sparring partner managed to get a blow in under his left guard
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as in guide
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
the honor guards raised their sabers as the happy couple descended the church steps
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as in defender
someone that protects
a battalion of burly guards surrounding the celebrity
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as in to protect
to drive danger or attack away from
guard the quarterback so he doesn't get sacked
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as in to blockade
to disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point
a fire-breathing dragon guarded the entrance to the castle
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Recent Examples of guard
John W. Davis,
Oc Register,
5 July 2026
Police with assault rifles stood guard on surrounding streets.
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Nasser Karimi,
Arkansas Online,
5 July 2026
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 July 2026
With 21 islands, 12 miles of mainland shoreline, and plenty of lighthouses guarding the shores of Lake Superior, hikers, paddlers, sailors, and anglers will all enjoy the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.
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Josh Laskin,
Travel + Leisure,
3 July 2026
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In a midseason rookie report, Gray discusses her development as a shooting guard after being drafted out of Ohio State in the second round of the 2026 WNBA draft to be an outside shooter.
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John W. Davis,
Oc Register,
5 July 2026
Police with assault rifles stood guard on surrounding streets.
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Nasser Karimi,
Arkansas Online,
5 July 2026
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The one detail still more closely guarded than the guest arrivals is what Swift will wear down the aisle.
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Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 July 2026
With 21 islands, 12 miles of mainland shoreline, and plenty of lighthouses guarding the shores of Lake Superior, hikers, paddlers, sailors, and anglers will all enjoy the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.
—
Josh Laskin,
Travel + Leisure,
3 July 2026
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What parents can do Whether or not Pennsylvania’s bell-to-bell ban bill becomes law, parents and guardians remain central to helping children develop healthy phone habits and communication skills.
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If the school declares an emergency, students may be provided with prepared text messages to keep their parents or guardians informed.
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The campaign for the measure would be expected to capitalize on the voter enthusiasm gap that so far this year favors Democrats, who typically are more supportive of tax increases, while Republicans are on the defensive.
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Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio was in San Francisco when the 49ers tried to develop a record-setting British discus thrower into an NFL defensive tackle.
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Every purchase also includes a strap, lock, air pump, and rearview mirrors, giving riders a complete package that's ready for the road from day one.
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Tatum, George and Derrick White are locks, Robinson will battle with Queta for the starting center gig, while the fifth spot might come down to Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser.
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The official added that the administration’s broader message to allies remains focused on increasing defense spending and military readiness.
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The decision came before Carney headed to this week’s NATO summit, where allies face pressure to back higher defense spending with concrete plans.
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Welcome to Climate Point, your weekly guide to the latest news about climate, energy and the environment.
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While some details are still forthcoming, this guide explains how these accounts work, including details about who is eligible, what free money is available and how to maximize the long-term growth potential.
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Norway’s Andreas Schjelderup chipped the ball toward the goal from the left side, and Haaland leaped, swung his neck and headed it into the net, outjumping Brazil’s 6-foot-3 defender Gabriel Magalhães, his Premier League nemesis.
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Before Mbappe scored his penalty, Gustavo Velazquez, the Paraguayan defender, scuffed the penalty spot, another underhanded attempt to disturb the tournament favourites.
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The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.
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There aren’t enough ships to protect the reopening trade routes from pirates.
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Meanwhile, Lord Corlys Velaryon and his fleet have the city blockaded, while Team Black commands from Dragonstone and Daemon battles in the Riverlands and Aemond broods on the throne, which he’s taken from his maimed brother.
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The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for the region’s oil and gas, was effectively blockaded since the outbreak of war between the United States and Iran in late February.
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“Guard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guard. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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