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adjective

as in protected

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verb

past tense of safeguard
as in defended
to drive danger or attack away from sheepdogs safeguard the flock from attacks by wolves

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Recent Examples of safeguarded
Verb
That has implications for how AI systems are evaluated and safeguarded. — Peter Hall, Scientific American, 24 Sep. 2026 There’s this weird attraction to potential violence and knowing that you’re safeguarded from it. — Anusha Praturu, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026 In theory, the paper maintains its independence through a 1994 congressional framework and First Amendment protections safeguarded by Congress. — Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Longtime Webb producer Fred Mollin, who safeguarded the compositions for years, helped bring them back into the light. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 14 Aug. 2026 Since its establishment, the Kalepo Conservancy has safeguarded one of Kenya’s last great wilderness areas. — Nicola Shepherd, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2026 In addition to sea lions, sea otters, walrus, polar bears, dugongs and manatees are also safeguarded. — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026 When the Nazis confiscated the negative and shipped it back to Berlin, Hensel safeguarded it in the Reichsfilmarchiv vaults in Berlin until the Allied victory. — Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2026 This sweet patio spot is safeguarded from outside influences due to the extensive red Eden climbing roses that climb up and cover a nearby structure. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for safeguarded
  1. protected
  2. defended
  3. secured
  4. guarded
  5. shielded
Adjective
  • The result is a more efficient propulsion system that delivers greater range and energy, enabling engagement of highly maneuverable aerial threats at safer distances from protected forces.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The main Wekiva River was designated by Congress in 2000 as a protected National Wild and Scenic River.
    — Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of protected
Verb
  • Coryell also denied Qualls’ claim and defended Rankin in a statement.
    — Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Rees-Mogg defended Britain’s decision to enter the war, arguing that the country’s victory over Nazi Germany preserved its sovereignty and prevented Hitler from continuing to expand across Europe.
    — Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of defended
Adjective
  • The company argued that the spending has so far secured scarce assets without generating cash flow.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Cuban Americans for Cuba debuted on social media the following year and, in August, secured tax-exempt nonprofit status from the IRS with a New York address.
    — Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of secured
Verb
  • Looking sharp Christie said Acuff’s elite offensive skillset is getting ever stronger because he is often guarded by rookie second-round draft pick Emanuel Sharpe in practice.
    — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Williams, Thybulle, second-year forward Adou Thiero and guard Quentin Grimes were among the players who guarded the ball full court.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of guarded
Adjective
  • The Star filed a lawsuit to make the agreement public, and a Jackson County judge ruled earlier this month that the deal could remain shielded from public view, citing exemptions in the Missouri Sunshine Law.
    — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The titular hero was born on the doomed alien world of Krypton, and grew up in a shielded city that managed to survive the planet’s initial destruction.
    — David Sims, The Atlantic, 26 June 2026
Definition of shielded

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“Safeguarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/safeguarded. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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