defender

Example Sentences

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The Reds scored three goals in six second-half minutes after Benitez brought on midfielder Dietmar Hamann for defender Steve Finnan.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

And while he had another defender, Cristhian Mosquera, on the bench, Mosquera is much more of an out-and-out defender and Arteta wanted to stay on the front foot.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Marcus Smart resurrected his career as a tenacious defender at 32 years old.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Also, 2023 first-round pick Cason Wallace, an elite defender and efficient offensive contributor, delivered the dagger Thursday with eight fourth-quarter points.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Thor is the defender of Asgard and of Midgard.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman