English

safeguard

ˈseɪfˌɡɑrd, ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd
Meaning: to protect something or someone from being harmed
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base safeguard
3rd person singular present safeguards
Present participle safeguarding
Past safeguarded
Will future will safeguard
Going-to future going to safeguard
Imperative negative don't safeguard / do not safeguard

Example sentences

New laws were passed to safeguard the rights of consumers.
New laws were passed to safeguard the rights of consumers.
This area was designated as a nature conservancy to safeguard the local bird population.
This area was designated as a nature conservancy to safeguard the local bird population.

Usage Notes

Often used in legal or formal contexts regarding protection of rights, interests, or safety.

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