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Security

usgb/sɪˈkjʊrəti/Volume
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Emotional Connotation

Security implies comfort and the absence of fear, especially in personal contexts.

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A warm blanket gives me a sense of security during storms.
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Metaphorical Usage

'Security' can be used metaphorically to mean emotional or psychological safety.

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Her kind words provided security to my troubled mind.
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Not Just Physical

Security isn't limited to physical safety; it also applies to feeling protected against non-physical harm.

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The privacy policy provides security against identity theft.
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