defense
Example Sentences
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He did it in the most unexpected way: by delivering a thoughtful and sensible speech on the future of American defense policy in Asia.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
The semiconductor giant has spent the past few months playing defense in the artificial-intelligence chip war —but the world’s biggest company by total market capitalization has struck back.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
In April, Mr. Lee’s defense minister discussed bilateral defense cooperation with China’s ambassador to South Korea.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
These cells act as an early defense system, helping prevent cancer from spreading throughout the body.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
"The Commission does not sustain the objection of the defense."
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
Vocabulary lists containing defense
Set, Hut! Football Vocabulary
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Defense, Dribble, and Dunk: Basketball Lingo
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Preamble to the U.S. Constitution (1787)
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