defensive

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Positioning in the oil market feels “cautious and defensive” heading into the three-day holiday weekend, with traders watching three major factors that can move prices, said Stephen Innes, managing partner at SPI Asset Management.

From MarketWatch

Positioning in the oil market feels “cautious and defensive” heading into the three-day holiday weekend, with traders watching three major factors that can move prices, said Stephen Innes, managing partner at SPI Asset Management.

From MarketWatch

This is a defensive investment; if the market has a hiccup this year, it is in a strong place.

From Barron's

Through their dribbling or off-the-ball movement, they would force the opposition's defensive line deeper before a cutback or cross was put away.

From BBC

Manchester City have agreed a deal in principle to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi as they battle a defensive crisis, reports said on Friday.

From Barron's