defended

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On Wednesday, Sir Keir defended his government's record on military spending after Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch accused him of "dithering".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

First, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration defended the program through William Readdy, its associate administrator for spaceflight, accompanied by a retired admiral.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Juda also defended a move to tighten parliamentary oversight over the central bank, insisting the institution's independence was "non-negotiable".

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Infantino defended his close relationship with President Trump.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“Yes, well, I’m just telling you, sir,” I said lamely, and then felt furious with myself for not having defended what I’d seen with my own eyes.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly