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protections
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the act of keeping someone or something unharmed
- The sunscreen provides protection from harmful UV rays during sun exposure.
- The company implemented safety protocols to ensure the protection of employees in the workplace.
- They wore helmets and pads for protection while riding their bikes.
- The insurance policy offers protection against financial losses due to unexpected events.
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a physical or material covering intended to prevent damage or injury
- Helmets offer protection for cyclists.
- They used padding for protection during the move.
- Sunglasses provide protection from UV rays.
- Protective gloves give protection during chemical handling.
- Car airbags serve as protection in collisions.
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measures or arrangements that guard against financial loss, failure, or insecurity
- Insurance provides protection against unexpected expenses.
- Savings offer financial protection in emergencies.
- Investments were made for the protection of retirement funds.
- Diversifying assets is a form of financial protection.
- Protection from debt is essential for business stability.
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the state or condition of being shielded from harm or danger
- The animals live under the protection of the sanctuary.
- Citizens enjoy protection by law.
- The monument is under protection from the heritage authority.
- She felt safe under his protection.
- The artwork remains under protection in the gallery.
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money or tribute extorted by criminals in exchange for avoiding harm or attack
- The shopkeeper paid protection to the gang.
- Extortionists demanded protection from local businesses.
- The mafia enforced protection on the neighborhood.
- He refused to pay protection and risked retaliation.
- Police investigated cases of protection rackets.
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support, sponsorship, or guidance offered by a person in authority or influence
- The young artist worked under the protection of a famous mentor.
- He gained the protection of a senior politician.
- The guild provided protection to apprentices.
- She flourished under the protection of her teacher.
- Students relied on the protection of experienced advisors.
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government-imposed measures, such as tariffs or quotas, designed to shield domestic industry from foreign competition
- The country enacted protection for its steel industry.
- Farmers benefited from trade protection policies.
- Protection helped domestic manufacturers compete with imports.
- Critics argued that protection limits consumer choice.
- The government offered protection against foreign dumping.
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