1
as in defense
means or method of defending
measures taken to beef up our national security
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2
as in guarantee
something given or held to assure that the giver will keep a promise
their house will serve as security for the loan
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as in safety
the state of not being exposed to danger
after the burglaries, police presence in the neighborhood was enhanced to give residents a stronger sense of security
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Recent Examples of security
On July 4, Trump signed his tax and spending cut bill, providing $350 billion for his border and national security agenda, including for the U.S.-Mexico border wall and for 100,000 migration detention facility beds.
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Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
Overall, the Senate version includes roughly $4 trillion in tax cuts, new funding for border security and fulfills some of Trump’s campaign pledges such as no taxes on tips and overtime.
—Lauren Peller, ABC News, 1 July 2025
Moreover, some leadership teams today have heightened security concerns, in addition to the challenge of acting as the face and key driver of an organization’s strategic direction.
—Michele Dobnikar, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
The Leo full moon also stirs up themes of home and family for you on the 12th, pushing you to reevaluate what security truly means to you.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
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Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
Overall, the Senate version includes roughly $4 trillion in tax cuts, new funding for border security and fulfills some of Trump’s campaign pledges such as no taxes on tips and overtime.
—Lauren Peller, ABC News, 1 July 2025
Moreover, some leadership teams today have heightened security concerns, in addition to the challenge of acting as the face and key driver of an organization’s strategic direction.
—Michele Dobnikar, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
The Leo full moon also stirs up themes of home and family for you on the 12th, pushing you to reevaluate what security truly means to you.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for security
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Prior to Monday night’s game, Cora talked about the team’s improved base running and strong defense being keys to their latest success.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
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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With its guarantee of seclusion and privacy, the island has become a celebrity haven (so much so that Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson bought a home there).—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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While Lazard and Hall will likely both make the team, there’s no guarantee for Corley, who missed substantial time in the spring due to an undisclosed injury.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
14 July 2025
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Firework safety for the holiday Fireworks can be fun, as long as proper safety measures are taken.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 July 2025
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Amy Edmondson’s work on psychological safety shows that teams thrive when members feel safe to take interpersonal risks.—
Dave Winsborough,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Original price: $20 This two-pack of long-sleeve shirts features a sweat-wicking fabric and UPF 40+ sun protection.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
8 July 2025
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Others pertain to environmental regulations, vaccine requirements and public health protections.—
Scott Bauer,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Initially, the Swiss government’s CHF 15 million pledge during the bid process was set to be slashed to CHF 4 million, sparking political and public backlash.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Both would also make good on several of Trump's campaign pledges, including no taxes on overtime or tips, albeit on a temporary basis.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
1 July 2025
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Show who’s accountable, what safeguards exist, and why automation supports (not replaces) your workforce.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Similarly, Grok 4 may have had less emphasis on eliminating bias in its training or fewer safeguards in place to prevent such outputs.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
11 July 2025
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South Korean intelligence officials have estimated that the North has sent Russia roughly 13,000 soldiers and millions of artillery shells, and Ukrainian officials believe as much as 40% of Russia’s ammunition now comes from North Korea, Bloomberg reported.—
Mathias Hammer,
semafor.com,
13 July 2025
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Russia and North Korea’s alliance has strengthened, as seen in North Korea’s supply of troops and ammunition to the Ukrainian battlefield in support of Russia.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
12 July 2025
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Sprinkle topping on top of pie; shield edges of piecrust to prevent excess browning.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
3 July 2025
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Yet despite requests from the leaders of Germany and of Poland to be granted shelter under the French and British shields, neither nuclear power has so far formally approved extending its atomic dome.—
Kevin Holden Platt,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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“Security.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/security. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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