defining

Example Sentences

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“On one hand, it can be a defining aspect of our band and our lives,” Griffin said of the fire and its destruction.

From Los Angeles Times

Scientists have uncovered evidence that two defining features of cancer are driven by the same underlying molecular process.

From Science Daily

“Today marks a defining moment as Versant becomes an independent, publicly traded media company,” Chief Executive Mark Lazarus said Monday.

From MarketWatch

Head's elevation to open in the second innings of the first Test in Perth was the defining moment of the series and the left-hander is tucking into England's bowling once more.

From BBC

It was on the ship that we got one of the defining pictures of the whole operation - Maduro in handcuffs, wearing ear protectors and a type of blindfold that looked like dark sunglasses.

From BBC