defend
Example Sentences
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John Mason, an attorney representing the company, said that the mortuary strongly disputes that it mishandled Ramos’ remains and intends to vigorously defend itself against the lawsuit.
From Los Angeles Times
But he defended Better U’s model, saying that it’s designed around careful screening, conservative dosing, required preparation appointments and safety protocols like blood-pressure monitoring.
Rosengren said the committee’s current posture, which implies the next move is more likely to be a cut, has grown harder to defend given the shocks the economy is encountering.
It is also already making heavy use of its supply of interceptors, which are essential to defending the home front from rockets and missiles.
I wince, but it’s hard for me to defend myself against his accurate accusation.
From Literature
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