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protective

Pronunciation: [prəˈtɛktɪv]

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Learn how to use protective in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “safety”

(adjective) when something is meant to keep someone safe or to guard them from harm. If your parents help you avoid danger, they are being protective of you.

Example

Her protective nature makes her always look out for her little brother.

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Being overly protective can sometimes stop kids from learning how to do things on their own.

Example

Why do you think parents are often so protective of their children?

Context: “coverage”

(adjective) when something shields or covers another thing. Like when a special cover helps keep things safe from damage or bad weather.

Example

The protective case I bought for my phone keeps it from getting scratched.

Example

Without protective gear, the athletes were at risk of getting hurt during the game.

Example

Does this jacket have protective features for cold weather?

How to pronounce protective

Pronunciation: [prəˈtɛktɪv]

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