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defender

[dih-fen-der] / dɪˈfɛn dər /
NOUN
champion
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I consider myself somewhat of an expert on, and occasional defender of, basic economy.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

New manager Enzo Maresca is a "perfect one" for Manchester City, says defender Josko Gvardiol.

From BBC Aug. 2, 2026

If Infantino somehow pushes through his scheme to sell shares in the World Cup, he will do so — believe it or not — by casting himself as a defender of the downtrodden and underprivileged.

From Salon Aug. 2, 2026

At 80, President Lula on Sunday launches his bid for re-election, casting himself as a defender of Brazil's "sovereignty" as pressure from Donald Trump's administration casts a shadow over the campaign.

From Barron's Aug. 2, 2026

Their public defender was a young-looking man with thinning red hair.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings

Akoa Makani will be one of the better defenders on the Sparks’ roster and is a career 41% three-point shooter.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 2, 2026

Truman knew American invaders might have to face more than 900,000 defenders and 10,000 kamikaze planes on the southern island of Kyushu alone.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

Regarded as one of the greatest defenders to play the game, Baresi captained Milan for 15 seasons, making 719 appearances and scoring 33 goals.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

No one wants to wonder what could have been if it turns out quarterback Matthew Stafford can’t count on Nacua getting open and punishing defenders downfield.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 30, 2026

Since then, and for many years after, Jefferson’s family members, his biographers, and other defenders denied that Jefferson was the father of Sally’s children.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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