defensive
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Infrastructure is a unique asset class offering demand growth, defensive properties, and inflation-linked, above-average yields.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
The only thing that worries me is a lack of game time for some players in our defensive unit, like John Stones or Reece James.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
In the one debate he participated in, Pratt put Bass on the defensive, turned Raman into a tongue-tied mess, kept his answers sharp and relatable, and even earned the praise of the moderators.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
The possibility of pairing Donald with Garrett — a two-time defensive player of the year — continues to intrigue both in and out of the Rams’ facility.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
But it’s defensive, and we both know it.
From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone
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