well-protected
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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But for the first time in decades, the three million inhabitants of the capital Mogadishu -- relatively well-protected from the conflict still raging just a couple of hours outside the city -- are witnessing a building boom.
From Barron's
When it comes to electricity supply, Kharchenko said that while some power plants are well-protected, the distribution grid remains vulnerable to the attacks.
From Barron's
The luxury sector is currently going through a challenging period for sales globally that is impacting many companies, but Hermes has been well-protected from the buffeting.
From Barron's
“All of these places are so beautiful and have been so well-protected for so long; continuing to chip away at the staff is illogical.”
From Los Angeles Times
“A well-protected facility that houses that kind of money ... normally in those facilities they have two separate alarm systems, they have sensors throughout the facility, cameras on the inside and outside,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
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