defend
Example Sentences
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The case pitted McGlockton’s right to defend his family from a threatening stranger against Drejka’s right to initiate a confrontation over a parking spot and then to mete out justice according to his own whim.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
Earlier in the day, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama reiterated a verbal warning to markets that the government stands ready to take appropriate action to defend the currency.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
A Shell spokesperson said, "We strongly believe in the merits of our case and will vigorously defend the claims at trial next year."
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Bilton attempted to defend Weiss, who was not at the meeting, and asserted that CBS News management was committed to guiding “60 Minutes” into the digital future.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
I couldn’t defend myself, even against a portly old huckster like Samir.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
Vocabulary lists containing defend
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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Veterans Day Vocabulary
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 5
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