aegis

noun

ˈē-jəs How to pronounce aegis (audio)
variants also egis
Definition of aegisnext
1
as in defense
means or method of defending having no claim to the land under the aegis of the law, the cattle baron decided to claim it by force

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2
as in sponsorship
the financial support and general guidance for an undertaking a medical study that was questioned by many because it was done under the aegis of a major pharmaceutical company

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Recent Examples of aegis With 550 journalists under its aegis, Politico has people diving into policy changes and lawmaking every day. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 June 2026 The present wave of Texas secessionism began under the aegis of an organization known as the Republic of Texas, which eventually splintered into different groups. — Scott Spires Britannica Editors June 3, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 June 2026 But once again, the desire to press ahead with competing agendas under the aegis of homeland security is getting in the way of funding the department charged with protecting that security. — Ron Elving, NPR, 24 May 2026 The year followed the fiftieth anniversary of the institution, which was established under the aegis of the Smithsonian in 1974. — News Desk, Artforum, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for aegis
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aegis
  1. defense
  2. sponsorship
  3. protection
  4. patronage
  5. shield
  6. ammunition
  7. safeguard
  8. wall
Noun
  • Davis’ defense attorney, Michael Sanft, challenged jurors to identify evidence outside Davis’ own statements that placed him in Las Vegas or inside the Cadillac on the night Shakur was shot.
    — Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Allen collected three hits and played terrific defense during a 6-3 win against the Mets.
    — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of defense
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  • In the two weeks since the ad aired, the company has lost its relationship with Callaway, multiple partnerships with big-name stores, a PGA Tour sponsorship and now its top executives.
    — Chris Branch, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • When that's done, the Ursapharm-Arena — named for the local pharmaceutical company whose sponsorship has funded Elversberg's rise — will be able to fit everyone in the town of Spiesen-Elversberg and nearly 2,000 more people.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026
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  • The approach can provide thermal protection without pumps or circulating coolant.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
  • As a result, many drivers opt for uninsured motorist coverage for additional financial protection, which can increase insurance costs.
    — McKynzie Steward, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026
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  • There are already signs that Yavarhoussen’s collecting and patronage has had an impact beyond Madagascar.
    — Gameli Hamelo, ARTnews.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In the right hands, the Interior Ministry can be a formidable patronage machine, exerting authority over everything from local budgets to Senate elections.
    — Duncan McCargo, Foreign Affairs, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of patronage
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  • This season, the wraparound shield-like sunglasses are having their moment.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • These durable impact shields limit the minimum bending radius to prevent over-flexing while shielding the chain body from severe external abrasion.
    — IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of shield
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  • Ukrainian officials said the strike, which marks the deadliest Russian attack in Ukraine so far this year, hit an ammunition storage facility in the village of Myla, triggering fires and explosions.
    — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
  • This is a high-purity form of antimony which has defense uses, particularly in primers, ammunition and pyrotechnic compositions.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
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  • Meta agreed to a landmark settlement worth up to $17 billion, promising new safeguards on Facebook and Instagram after states alleged that the platforms were engineered to addict and harm kids.
    — Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Milanesi agrees safeguards should be in place, but isn’t convinced AI replacing humans on spreadsheets is necessarily inviting a higher risk of error.
    — Marc Saltzman, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of safeguard
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  • Values on a wall ask people to interpret abstractions, while stories carry judgment and understanding inside them.
    — Bryan Adams, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • While the tents have the most charm, imo—ivory canvas walls, Adirondack chairs on wooden porches, true beds with sheepskin throws and wooden frames—the cabins and suites are unsurprisingly the more comfortable option.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
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