defender

Example Sentences

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Natali Ray’s children say they learned of their mom’s November 19 arrest at L’Auberge Provençale when a Virginia public defender called.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Former Arsenal defender and Premier League winner Matthew Upson told BBC Sport that Havertz's early goal killed the game in one sense.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

He joined Manchester City as a defender for a £65m fee.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Gisele is a defender and Alyssa a forward, but Zoe plays in the midfield.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Again the guardian who was her defender reiterated that exceptions could be made.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry