How to Use protect in a Sentence

protect

verb
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  • The insurance does not protect against damage caused by earthquakes.
  • The high taxes on imported goods are intended to protect domestic producers.
  • Juice cops to the Ghost being a myth but argues that all who fly to protect Ukraine are their own ghosts of Kyiv.
    — Stephen Rodrick, Variety, 13 Sep. 2023
  • While running, pull your shirt up over your head or use your arms to protect your face.
    — Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 20 Sep. 2023
  • Talk with the Clippers about their strong start and the tone can take on a baseball dugout protecting against the jinx of a no-hitter.
    — Andrew Greif, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2024
  • So, what can be done to help curb free-ranging cats’ appetites and protect wildlife?
    — Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Dec. 2023
  • This can help to avoid flash flooding during heavy rains and protect against drought.
    — Maria Paula Escobar-Tello, WIRED, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Why was the media protecting Trump, who lied his way through the debate?
    — Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 22 July 2024
  • About a quarter of the country’s land mass is protected.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Nov. 2023
  • An air defense system has also been brought in to protect the site.
    — Christoph Koettl, New York Times, 10 May 2024
  • The zipper protects against stains and dust mites, and is machine-washable and safe to tumble dry on low.
    — Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2024
  • When observing a solar eclipse, the most important thing is to protect your eyes from the harmful rays of the sun.
    — The Arizona Republic, 4 Apr. 2024
  • The hood also comes with a removable faux-fur trim and is handy for protecting your face from strong wind or rain.
    — Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 28 Dec. 2023
  • Many wore heavy cotton clothes soaked in water to protect themselves against burns.
    — Fernanda Pesce and Alexis Triboulard, Quartz, 9 Mar. 2024
  • In the ninth inning, the Tigers went to right-handed reliever Alex Lange to protect a 6-4 advantage.
    — Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 20 June 2023
  • Here’s my advice to protect them in an emergency like a school shooting.
    — Fox News, 1 Sep. 2023
  • To protect your tree and ward off the wildlife, try spraying the tree with a cayenne pepper and water mixture (16 parts water, one part cayenne pepper).
    — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Moment This rugged camera case from Moment is one of our favorites for protecting your gear at home or on the go.
    — Nena Farrell, WIRED, 12 July 2023
  • And be sure to protect your hands, eyes, and nose to minimize any irritation.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2024
  • Areas protected by Trump’s tariffs were more likely to vote for him in 2020.
    — Dylan Matthews, Vox, 27 June 2024
  • Preventing foodborne illness One of the best ways to protect yourself is to take care while prepping your meals at home.
    — Good Housekeeping, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Just make sure your account will be protected by the FDIC, and read the fine print to make sure your earnings won’t be eaten up by monthly charges or sneaky fees.
    — Martha C. White, wsj.com, 2 Oct. 2023
  • Residents have been covering their trees in mesh to protect them from the emerging broods, and the effect is pretty eerie.
    — Taylor Glascock Julie Bosman, New York Times, 2 June 2024
  • Using his inimitable blend of smarts and size, Reacher will stop at nothing to uncover the truth and protect the members of his unit.
    — Joe Otterson, Variety, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Proponents argue curfews curb crime and protect youth by keeping them off the streets.
    — Amanda Hernández, USA TODAY, 2 Sep. 2023
  • With five kids at home ranging from college age to a baby, the restaurant took a backseat in the name of protecting their family.
    — Alex Darus, cleveland, 1 Sep. 2023
  • They have been protected under the Endangered Species Act since 1970.
    — Elizabeth Pritchett, Fox News, 16 Feb. 2024
  • And, this winterized pair from snow boot brand Sorel looks like sneakers but is made like a waterproof snow boot to protect you from the slushiest days.
    — Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2023
  • Vargas recounted trying to protect his face from the blows as officers held his arms.
    — Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 2 Aug. 2024
  • Regular vaccines help protect your dog from getting serious and deadly diseases.
    — Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 3 Aug. 2024

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