21
overprotective(careful, attentive, watchful)
12
defending(noun, verb, adjective, alert, caring)
10
safeguarding(noun, verb, adjective, control, care)
10
sheltering(verb, defending)
10
shielding(verb, careful, attentive, watchful, defending)
9
covering(verb, defending, harboring)
8
guarding(noun, verb, adjective, control, charge)
7
guardian(adjective, caring, safety, sheltered, protective)
7
patrol(noun, guard, protection, reassurance, vigilance)
7
protective(adjective, caring, watchful, safety, opposing)
6
preserving(noun, verb, control, care, protection)
5
conserving(noun, verb, control, care, protection)
5
maintaining
5
patronizing(verb, careful, attentive, watchful)
5
preservation(noun, control, charge, care, guard)
5
protection(noun, support, control, charge, fight)
5
saving(noun, verb, control, care, protection)
5
securing(verb, defending)
5
tutelary(adjective, safety)
4
conservation(noun, care, guard, shield, protection)
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