defend

Example Sentences

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Despite the questions over the behaviour of some players in Noosa, Key defended their right to take the break from the Ashes.

From BBC

“It is deflating, and it is unfortunate that Congress is not defending the power of the purse,” said Colorado Attorney General Philip Weiser, during Monday’s press conference.

From Los Angeles Times

Patel defended his use of the plane, which he used to have “date nights” with his girlfriend, country singer Alexis Wilkins.

From Salon

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the slow, partial release, saying that critics “don’t want us to protect victims.”

From Salon

Today the Navy needs a more powerful ship to better defend its carriers, which have become increasingly vulnerable, most recently seen by an attempted Houthi attack on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower.

From The Wall Street Journal