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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A VPN encrypts all the data sent to and from users’ phones, shielding them from hackers who might be trying to steal it.
From Salon ● Jun. 10, 2026
He needs to get state regulators, lawmakers and utilities aligned to determine rate structures to balance the costs of powering new data centers while shielding residential customers from having to pay for the new capacity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
Beyond storing carbon, mangroves play a critical role in shielding shorelines from storms, supporting wildlife, and helping sustain coastal communities.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 5, 2026
Nearby, a group of men sat cross-legged on the ground in a circle, shielding their eyes from errant flakes as one of them hammered chunks off a large clump of gum.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2026
Pedestrians avoid Bruno, shielding their faces with their black umbrellas, stepping out of the way when he stops to shake the raindrops from his fur.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
