seek protection

Frequency: 6.37.7 per million words

to try to find or obtain protection

protectionVERB + protection

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Examples (10)

  • The refugees crossed the border to seek protection from the conflict.
  • Many small businesses seek protection through comprehensive insurance policies.
  • He had to seek legal protection after receiving several anonymous threats.
  • The company decided to seek bankruptcy protection to restructure its massive debt.
  • Endangered species seek protection in the remote, untouched mountain ranges.
  • If you feel unsafe, you should immediately seek police protection.
  • The diplomat had to seek protection at the embassy during the violent riot.
  • Victims of domestic abuse are encouraged to seek protection from the court.
  • The birds seek protection from predators by nesting high in the trees.
  • They seek protection under international law for their basic human rights.