guarded in a sentence
a.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Definition
Guarded: cautious and reserved in revealing personal feelings or information, or protective and defensive in behavior.
Sample Sentences
- She was always guarded when discussing her personal life with strangers.
- The dog was surprisingly guarded, barking at anyone who approached its territory.
- He gave a guarded response, unsure if he could trust the interviewer.
- Despite his guarded demeanor, she sensed a warmth beneath the surface.
- The negotiations were tense, with both sides remaining guarded about their true intentions.