Shield

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Shield is an internet slang term used to refer to someone who defends or protects another person from criticism, hate, or negative comments online. This term is commonly used on social media platforms or online communities to highlight someone who takes a stand to support and protect someone else.

Examples:

1. Olivia posted a picture on Instagram and received a lot of harsh comments. Her best friend, Maya, immediately jumped in to shield her by replying to the negative comments with positive and supportive messages.

2. When the popular YouTuber faced backlash for an insensitive comment, his fans quickly created a shield around him on Twitter, sharing stories of his good deeds and positive impact, in an attempt to deflect the negativity.

In both examples, the term “shield” is used to describe the actions of individuals who protect or defend someone from online criticism or hate.
The shield role is commonly observed on social media platforms where users rally around a person to counteract negative comments or provide support.

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