A couple of hours down the road didn't begin to satisfy his protective instincts.

She took one look at you and set out to appeal to every protective instinct in your body.

A father's protective instinct was a hard thing to control and something not to be toyed with.

But a protective instinct kicked in, and he went into the house ahead of her.

He is the island wrestling champion and has protective instincts.

His protective instincts were buried so deep, she might never breach them.

Has a strong protective instinct and is loyal to members of the family.

He saw her trembling and every protective instinct in him responded.

A protective instinct always took hold whenever he sent someone into a doubtful situation.

He seems to bring out the protective instincts of his inner circle.