defensive
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Infrastructure is a unique asset class offering demand growth, defensive properties, and inflation-linked, above-average yields.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Once on the offensive, in most places across Myanmar the resistance is now on the defensive.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Said defensive coordinator Chris Shula: “Would love to have him back — with open arms.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
They had their best defensive game of the season Sunday, holding Portland to 36% shooting — the second-lowest mark against them this season.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
As German troops tried to cross the Meuse River and storm the defensive forts, the Belgians opened fire and drove them back.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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ACT Reading Test: Words to Capture Tone, List 2
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Tone and Point of View, List 1
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