as in guardians
someone that protects
his work with the pet rescue center has led many to hail him as a guardian angel and friend to all animals
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Recent Examples of guardian angels
These songs evince the mix of pop virtuosity and indie sleaze that would eventually make Larsson a cult artist, part of the lineage of straight white girls who are embraced as guardian angels for the gay club scene.
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Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
The pop start took to Instagram Stories to share that the fairies are guardian angels, and inspired by a favorite childhood book.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Two guardian angels emerged – in the form of nuns.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 31 Jan. 2026
Pay careful attention to insights, you’re plugged in to your guardian angels now.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2026
Pay careful attention to insights; you’re plugged in to your guardian angels now.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 18 Jan. 2026
But the author leaned upon another literary tradition, that of Latin American magical realism, in his tale of how a civil war in heaven was pulling guardian angels from their duties and plunging New York City into unrecognizable chaos.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 10 Oct. 2025
Calling on your spirit guides, guardian angels, or ancestors?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
The pop start took to Instagram Stories to share that the fairies are guardian angels, and inspired by a favorite childhood book.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Two guardian angels emerged – in the form of nuns.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 31 Jan. 2026
Pay careful attention to insights, you’re plugged in to your guardian angels now.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2026
Pay careful attention to insights; you’re plugged in to your guardian angels now.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 18 Jan. 2026
But the author leaned upon another literary tradition, that of Latin American magical realism, in his tale of how a civil war in heaven was pulling guardian angels from their duties and plunging New York City into unrecognizable chaos.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 10 Oct. 2025
Calling on your spirit guides, guardian angels, or ancestors?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guardian angels
Noun
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There are exemptions for certain groups, such as parents or guardians of children under age 14 and those with disabilities.—
ByMary Kekatos,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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Investigators urged parents and guardians to speak with their children about any interactions with Willer and to contact law enforcement with information.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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The midcentury abode was transferred to custodians of the McCann Trust that holds the property in 2022 and, after hitting the market April 10 for nearly $3 million, a contingent offer for its sale has already been accepted.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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Animal care specialists, groundskeepers, patrol officers, seasonals, aides, and custodians represented by Teamsters Local 727 are seeking pay increases and minimum staffing guarantees from the Chicago Zoological Society, which operates the zoo.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
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At 6-9, 325, Burke is a massive player who looks to overwhelm defenders on every snap.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Dallas dominated the first seven minutes of the middle frame, outshooting the Wild 9-0 and hemming the Minnesota defenders into their own zone for several shifts.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
26 Apr. 2026
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Since floors like vinyl are prone to scratching, Stein always recommends adding furniture protectors to the bottom of your furniture.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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Stripping and washing all bedding — including duvet covers, mattress protectors and pillow shams — is one of the most impactful tasks on any spring cleaning list.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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Flores Silva’s bodyguards dispersed as a diversionary tactic, but he was found while trying to hide in a drainage pipe.—
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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The fiery lawmaker, who leads the leftist Economic Freedom Fighters party, was charged alongside his bodyguards Anton Snyman, after the video of the incident went viral.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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