shield
noun
a broad piece of armor, varying widely in form and size, carried apart from the body, usually on the left arm, as a defense against swords, lances, arrows, etc.
shielding
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present participleof shield.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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When rescuers found them, Williams was still shielding the group.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Underground lava tubes could provide more stable temperatures and natural shielding from these dangers.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
The shielding effect wasn’t as pronounced in September, but regardless, Emanuel expects it will again help during future selloffs.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026
But he notes that many consumers locked in low mortgage rates in recent years, shielding them from higher rates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
Fred was looking up at the straps, shielding his eyes from the sun.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
