Example sentences of "to protect [pn reflx] from [det] " in BNC.

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1 The publisher has formed a limited liability company to protect himself from such contingencies but nevertheless has tried to pass this liability to the private individual .
2 By paying her 30s. a week and taking this promise from her that she will maintain herself and will not pledge his credit , he has an added safeguard to protect himself from all this worry , trouble and expense .
3 It is important to protect yourself from such kill-joys .
4 I knew that I had to protect myself from another pounding — if I let him into my heart I would be done for .
5 Some people very frightened of their homosexual leanings may consciously or unconsciously enter a defensive marriage to protect themselves from these feelings .
6 Many people admitted to hospital will still be able to protect themselves from most hazards but it is the responsibility of the nurse to assess the patient 's ability to do this .
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