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Protecting

10 lettersverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Keeping someone or something safe from harm, injury, or damage. Shielding from danger or adverse effects.

The new legislation focuses on protecting consumers from fraudulent business practices.

Pronunciation

IPA

/prəˈtɛktɪŋ/

Syllables

pro·tect·ing

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Synonyms

safeguardingdefendingshieldingpreserving

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Three 'T's and two 'E's; common '-ING' ending

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Scrabble

Worth 15 points; good scoring with 'P', 'G', and 'C'

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