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Defender, protector Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Defender, protector last seen in Times Concise puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 8 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is GUARDIAN.
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | GUARDIAN Defender, protector | (8) | The Times Concise | Sep 11, 2021 |
| 9% | STOODUPFOR Defended | (10) | LA Times Daily | Mar 7, 2026 |
| 8% | PAD Knee protector | (3) | Eugene Sheffer | Apr 9, 2026 |
| 8% | CROMWELL Oliver ____, Lord Protector | (8) | The Telegraph Quick | Apr 6, 2026 |
| 8% | SOLDIERANTS Protectors of a queen | (11) | New York Times | Apr 4, 2026 |
| 8% | AGLET Shoelace protector | (5) | New York Times | Apr 2, 2026 |
| 8% | SEAWALLS Shoreline protectors | (8) | Eugene Sheffer | Apr 1, 2026 |
| 8% | SEPALS Flower bud protectors | (6) | Newsday | Mar 28, 2026 |
| 8% | LEVEE Surge protector? | (5) | New York Times | Mar 22, 2026 |
| 8% | ACL Joint protector | (3) | Newsday | Mar 21, 2026 |
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A "Defender, protector" is a person or entity that safeguards or looks out for others. In this case, the answer is "GUARDIAN," which perfectly encapsulates the role of someone who protects, defends, or watches over another individual or group. It's a term often associated with legal or caregiving responsibilities, emphasizing the duty to ensure the well-being and interests of those under one's care.