defender

Example Sentences

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But ex-Premier League defender Ashley Williams told BBC Sport he had "no issue" with Spurs' celebrations.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

A defender relying on after-the-fact interpretation has already yielded the advantage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The EFF, a nonprofit organization that advocates for free speech and privacy rights online, has long been a defender of Section 230.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

Meanwhile, midfielder Enzo Fernandez and defender Levi Colwill are among those known to have discussed potential new contracts in the past six months.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The repetitions of Vandara’s accusations were recited, and the defender again and again reiterated the amendment that said exceptions could be made.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry