defensive

Example Sentences

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Arsenal were unfazed and punished another moment of defensive weakness in the 47th minute.

From Barron's

Western Force coach Simon Cron has put a brave face on their second straight Super Rugby defeat, while admitting they must cut out ill-discipline and defensive errors if they want mount a serious challenge.

From Barron's

But if that makes you feel defensive, try ignoring the comments.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was a wholly unexpected collapse from Lens, who came into the weekend with the best defensive record in the division.

From Barron's

The Graham try proved the turning point following some Russell magic and a Welsh defensive lapse from a restart.

From BBC