Protect
Roll
Roll verb - To form into a round compact mass.
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Elephants, rhinos and other large mammals (usually pachyderm types) regularly roll in mud to protect their skin from sun and insects.
Source: Covered in Mud -
Penny did this in an episode where everyone's favorite detective family has to protect a rock and roll star.
Source: The Knights Who Say "Squee!" -
An extreme example of this is when Hiyori falls, and, in an attempt to protect her hand, does a dramatic action roll, changing her appearance to that of a rather manly-looking, highly shaded character.
Source: Manga / Lucky Star
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