defensive
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Diego Garcia was one of two bases which the UK allowed the US to use for what the British government insisted were "defensive operations" in its war against Iran.
From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026
On Thursday, the pastor published a defensive blog post about the war and his church’s proximity to it.
From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026
In general, Nuveen finds the U.S. economy more resilient than others, not just because of its energy independence, but also because of the defensive nature of its technology sector.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026
Van Dijk largely stayed in the middle of the defence, venturing out less often than his defensive partner.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
They hastily built defensive positions around the city.
From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
Vocabulary lists containing defensive
ASVAB Word Knowledge
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
ACT Reading Test: Words to Capture Tone, List 2
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Tone and Point of View, List 1
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
