defender

Example Sentences

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Giuliani, a Republican, became a fierce defender of President Donald Trump, joining his personal legal team in Trump's first White House term.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

The replays showed that Arsenal defender Lotte Wubben-Moy had played the German winger onside by the smallest of margins.

From BBC • 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

The public defender closed his eyes to indicate that Zeitoun should stop talking.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers