defender

Example Sentences

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Within weeks, the former defender with a salt-and-pepper beard had pulled off a draw against Atlético Madrid and somehow beaten Barcelona.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

The Newcastle United defender was doubled over with his hands covering his face after his side conceded another late winner in a 2-1 Premier League defeat against Bournemouth at St James' Park.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

A defender relying on after-the-fact interpretation has already yielded the advantage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

A much-changed side, including young defender Zach Abbott, Morato and Chris Wood's first appearance for six months after injury, underlined where the priorities were.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

From the judge, the prosecutor, and the defender, there was no answer.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers