protectee
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of protectee
Example Sentences
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"While we will not comment on the specifics of this matter, one principle is unequivocal: any conduct that potentially threatens the safety of a protectee will not be tolerated."
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
“The president or protectee is never exposed to the outside,” said A.T.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026
"While the protectee was unharmed, we are taking this matter seriously and have opened a comprehensive mission assurance investigation to review all facets of what occurred."
From BBC ● May 17, 2023
The Secret Service on Tuesday said it was investigating a security incident at the site of "protectee" but did not name Sullivan.
From Reuters ● May 17, 2023
Secret Service said in a statement that it was “examining a security incident that took place at a protectee site.”
From Seattle Times ● May 16, 2023
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