defend
Example Sentences
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Founded in the wake of the 9/11 attacks and funded by the CIA’s venture-capital arm, Palantir sought to target terrorists and defend American interests.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026
“At a time of rampant threats to our democratic system, we must strengthen and defend the integrity of our elections to reaffirm that our government is of, by, and for the people,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
But should it become necessary to defend the honor of the Empire, a chrome button on the steering wheel activates Infinity Mode.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
To justify his decision, he invoked the need to "defend national security".
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
So if you ever need to defend yourself physically, try to be like my cat Daisy.”
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
