unprotected
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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“But what you can control is having peace of mind knowing you did something to protect your children and you didn’t leave them unprotected.”
From Los Angeles Times
Consumer advocates say the lack of information leaves communities unprotected.
From Los Angeles Times
The EPA identified violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act, such as unprotected openings and inconsistent storage system cleaning, during a July 2024 inspection, according to a news release.
From Los Angeles Times
"This research highlights why those closures are necessary. Previously unprotected areas with high overlap intensity are where the penguins were most at risk."
From Science Daily
The Times reviewed text messages among firefighters and a third party that indicated crews had expressed concerns that the Lachman fire would reignite if left unprotected.
From Los Angeles Times
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