How to Use guardian in a Sentence

guardian

noun
  • After the death of her parents, her uncle was appointed as her legal guardian.
  • Gretzky transformed into a serene guardian of the new baby, sitting quietly curled up next to him.
    Alison Gopnik, WSJ, 2 Mar. 2023
  • There are some rules: Student drivers would need a parent, guardian or insured adult to supervise the sessions.
    Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 10 Apr. 2024
  • The three were issued citations and released to their parents or guardians, Ward said, and the motive is unknown at this time.
    Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2024
  • However, crew members are not subjected to background checks if the minor is accompanied on set by their parent or guardian.
    EW.com, 11 Apr. 2024
  • The problem is that Catalina and her new guardians are undocumented residents.
    Nicolás Medina Mora, The Atlantic, 6 Aug. 2024
  • Like many parents or guardians with children who get involved in the juvenile justice system, Dempsey was liable for fees and costs related to his son’s case.
    Claire Reid and Peter Breen, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Apr. 2024
  • The victim is now 19, and the money will go into a trust fund overseen by a guardian and established to pay for her ongoing treatment, care and counseling.
    John Lynch, Arkansas Online, 3 Mar. 2023
  • Courts would need to appoint guardians at the time of conception to control the mother’s behavior and nutrition to promote the birth of the embryo with maximum health and vigor.
    Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 7 Aug. 2024
  • Federal and state lawmakers face a decision on whether to make tech companies more responsible for safety and well-being issues, or to put that onus on parents and guardians.
    Jasper Davidoff, The Christian Science Monitor, 27 Apr. 2024
  • Today, the chubby 6-month-old is the star of the wards where her de-facto guardian, Amal Abu Khatleh, 32, works as a pediatrician.
    Erin McLaughlin, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2024
  • The first victim of the plague is the Castle’s guardian Bayram.
    Kaya Genç, The New Republic, 4 Apr. 2023
  • They are then seen leaving the school with their guardian.
    Sara Smart, CNN, 25 Feb. 2024
  • And they are named after the guardian of the wind, Aeolus.
    Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2024
  • Those under the age of 18 will need the consent of a parent or guardian.
    Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 24 Mar. 2023
  • The guardian had agreed to the sting operation, the spokesperson added.
    Wayne Chang, CNN, 26 July 2023
  • Parents and guardians are asked to apply by email to lotf@ninagold.co.uk.
    Patrick Frater, Variety, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Harvin also keeps in contact with the youths’ guardians.
    Jasmine Hilton, Washington Post, 23 Jan. 2024
  • Tam, 30, is the proud guardian of one of the largest and most diverse orchid collections in the world.
    Anna Braz, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2023
  • Diego’s guardians say the fatal encounter wasn't the first time he had been bullied.
    Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 14 Sep. 2023
  • If a child is joining in on the smashing fun, make sure an adult or guardian is present.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2023
  • Davis became the 26-year-old Storen’s legal guardian that year.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 2 May 2024
  • Not doing so sets the stakes for the rest of the film: Can Emilia continue to serve as their guardian?
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 May 2024
  • Donors must be at least 17 years of age, or 16 with a parent or guardian’s consent.
    Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2024
  • The four appeared in court Friday and were released to the custody of their parents and guardians.
    David K. Li, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2023
  • The child will be transported back to his guardian, Malone said.
    William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Both parents or guardians must be present with the infant, so keep this in mind when choosing a time.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2023
  • The notion of needing to go anywhere with a guardian or parent was so off the table.
    Evan Minsker, Pitchfork, 19 Oct. 2023
  • This includes notifying the guardian or parents by the end of the school day.
    Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 15 May 2024
  • Wade is also the legal guardian of his nephew, Dahveon Morris, 21.
    Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 22 Aug. 2023

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