Words and phrases that have a meaning related to protectively: (104 results)
Often used in the same context:
tightly, possessively, discreetly, tenderly, snugly, lovingly, gauze bandage, fretfully, adoringly, nervously, helplessly, silently, fearfully, fixedly, beseechingly, disinterestedly, instinctively, discretely, disapprovingly, motionlessly, warily, demurely, stiffly, trouser leg, menacingly, dotingly, anxiously, delicately, furtively, worriedly, languorously, rigidly, covetously, indifferently, expectantly, inquisitively, pleadingly, gently, maternally, quizzically, inertly, mutely, obediently, threateningly, lifelessly, lasciviously, tensely, quietly, paternally, imploringly, desolately, reflexively, akimbo, coquettishly, timidly, apprehensively, trustingly, powerlessly, daintily, primly, tactfully, questioningly, idly, swaddling clothes, lazily, jealously, suggestively, pensively, damply, studiously, shyly, amorously, balefully, skittishly, asymmetrically, complacently, worshipfully, cautiously, contentedly, impatiently, uneasily, dumbly, guiltily, raptly, regally, restlessly, wetly, pant leg, bobby pin, reproachfully, kneepad, greedily, beside, longingly, cotton wool, assertively, resentfully, intently, smugly, shoulder strap, accusingly, politely
Synonyms:
Also try:giving protection, offering protection
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