as in protection
freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
the suspect refused to name his partners unless he was granted immunity
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Recent Examples of immunity
Politico: The Supreme Court will review the scope of states’ immunity after a pair of bus accidents.
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Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 4 July 2025
Who won the immunity challenge on 'Survivor'? Joe Hunter, a 45-year-old fire captain living in West Sacramento, California, won the coveted immunity necklace for the second consecutive week.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
People born before 1957 are typically considered to have natural immunity against measles because they were exposed to the virus at some point prior to the development of the vaccine in the 1960s, Malbari said.
—Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The court gave presidents broad immunity for their official acts as president, and that helped ensure that Trump did not have to face a trial before the election for attempting to overturn his election loss before.
—Taylor Wilson, USA Today, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for immunity
Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 4 July 2025
Who won the immunity challenge on 'Survivor'? Joe Hunter, a 45-year-old fire captain living in West Sacramento, California, won the coveted immunity necklace for the second consecutive week.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
People born before 1957 are typically considered to have natural immunity against measles because they were exposed to the virus at some point prior to the development of the vaccine in the 1960s, Malbari said.
—Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The court gave presidents broad immunity for their official acts as president, and that helped ensure that Trump did not have to face a trial before the election for attempting to overturn his election loss before.
—Taylor Wilson, USA Today, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for immunity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immunity
Noun
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This charming pagoda-style umbrella offers UPF 50 protection for scorching summer days, is easily adjustable, and even tilts.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
8 July 2025
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Jones and Vega were not the first to allege conflicts of interests, protection and a cover-up.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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The capital gains exemption can only be used every two years on primary residences.—
Catherine Reagor,
AZCentral.com,
10 July 2025
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Given the long work hours on a standard shoot, people may be interested in the exemption for overtime pay.—
Schuyler Moore,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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If Green is ready to make an impact as a rookie, the Ravens’ defense will be a handful for opponents.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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Clarence Darrow, a celebrated defense attorney, represented Scopes.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
8 July 2025
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Advertisement The President dismissed the persistent interest in Epstein as a distraction fueled by political sabotage, insisting that his administration was focused on issues that mattered—border security, the economy, energy independence, and cracking down on voter fraud.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Upon arrival, players, coaches and spectators will be screened by security officers using handheld metal detectors and bag checks will also be conducted.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
14 July 2025
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This jurisdictional uncertainty creates an environment where problematic franchisees can operate with impunity, knowing that enforcement action is practically impossible.—
Mohaimina Haque,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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An IndyStar investigation found members of the group abused their power for years, cloaking themselves in a code of silence and operating with impunity.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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“Immunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immunity. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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