Guard against

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verb

To take action to prevent something bad from happening.

You should guard against identity theft by protecting your personal information.
Visual representation of "guard against" - To take action to prevent something bad from happening.

Often appears as...

  • guard against identity theft
  • guard against infection
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Negative Outcome

Use 'guard against' when you want to prevent something unfavorable from occurring.

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It's wise to guard against cyber attacks by using strong passwords.
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Proactive Steps

It implies taking early or cautionary steps to stop a bad thing before it starts.

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She installed an alarm system to guard against break-ins.
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Ongoing Vigilance

The phrase suggests a continuous effort, not just a one-time action.

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They guard against plagiarism in every project they undertake.
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