defend
Example Sentences
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Top administration officials rushed to defend the officers.
From Salon
The Polish president then thanked Britain for sending over RAF Typhoon jets to help defend his borders.
From BBC
Alcaraz faces a significant roadblock in Italy's Sinner, the two-time defending champion who is chasing his own slice of history.
From Barron's
“Solidarity across borders means opposing authoritarian power everywhere and defending the right to live free from fear and state violence.”
“The Justice Department will not tolerate this behavior. We stand ready to investigate, defend, and protect the interests of the American people.”
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
