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defense

[dih-fens, dee-fens] / dɪˈfɛns, ˈdi fɛns /




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He did it in the most unexpected way: by delivering a thoughtful and sensible speech on the future of American defense policy in Asia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The semiconductor giant has spent the past few months playing defense in the artificial-intelligence chip war —but the world’s biggest company by total market capitalization has struck back.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

In April, Mr. Lee’s defense minister discussed bilateral defense cooperation with China’s ambassador to South Korea.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

These cells act as an early defense system, helping prevent cancer from spreading throughout the body.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

"The Commission does not sustain the objection of the defense."

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple




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