defender

Example Sentences

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"I really like Stina - she doesn't get the credit she deserves," Scotland defender Rachel Corsie told Sky Sports.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

"I'm a big defender of freedom of expression, peaceful protests," he told the BBC.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

That makes him the single most impactful defender in the entire league.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Sunderland defender Dan Ballard became the third player this season to be sent off for pulling an opponent's hair in Saturday's 1-1 draw at relegated Wolves.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

At the checkpoint, Richard spoke Igbo to the civil defender.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie