Example Sentences

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Cronin had shielded himself from the memory of Sugg earlier this week when he rewatched the 2021 Final Four game, pressing pause before Suggs’ 40-footer banked off the backboard and through the net.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2023

Framed pictures, diplomas and certificates had shielded some areas of the paneling from the sun, which were revealed once the original owner moved out.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 27, 2022

The monarch, who will mark 70 years on the throne in February, spent much of last year at Windsor Castle, where she and Prince Philip had shielded throughout the lockdowns.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2022

In January, workers took down stacks of plywood that had shielded businesses’ windows and glass facades.

From Washington Post • Mar. 15, 2021

Then I remembered how Amma had shielded you from doctors and hospitals.

From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman