defense

Example Sentences

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Experts say rattlesnakes typically don’t bite unless they feel threatened and use their bite as a defense mechanism.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

With Satellite Systems sales already rising significantly since 2021, coupled with exposure to both commercial and military markets, JPMorgan says MDA is positioned as a national champion as Canada’s defense budget grows 9% annually.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The U.S., which hasn’t posted a clean sheet since September, has become an error-prone mess on defense, with Pochettino’s wide, attack-minded approach revealing a structural fragility that has left the Americans’ thin back line exposed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Still, investors with little to no exposure to energy stocks may need to play defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Chess Life, indignant at the disrespect shown Bobby, came to his defense, calling such articles “Fischer-baiting” and proclaiming them “utter nonsense.”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady