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Sentries Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is GUARDS which was last seen in the Telegraph Quick crossword.
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97%6Exact Match!
noun

• a person who keeps watch over something or someone

• the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage

• a device designed to prevent injury or accidents

• a posture of defence in boxing or fencing

• the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team

• a military unit serving to protect some place or person

• a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

• the duty of serving as a sentry

• (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles

• a position on a basketball team

verb

• to keep watch over

• watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect

• protect against a challenge or attack

• take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence

96%7Exact Match!
noun

• A gatekeeper; a person who guards a gate.

90%9 Protectors or advocates
noun

• a person who cares for persons or property

• a fighter who holds out against attack

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Telegraph Quick02 Jan 2024 Across 14
New York Times19 Aug 2006 Down 38
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