defensive
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Instead of putting American forces in the Persian Gulf, where they are vulnerable to attack, the U.S. has set up a defensive zone, or “net,” in the Gulf of Oman.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
After all, “Wemby” is the league’s defensive player of the year in addition to averaging 25 points and 11.5 rebounds a game.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
Ukraine's Vitalii Mykolenko, 26, is another understood to have an option for a one-year extension, while his defensive colleague Michael Keane, 33, has been in fine form as he fights for his future.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
"There's an expectation that John Ternus will continue this defensive strategy, without over-deploying capital, which seems sensible given concerns about an AI bubble potentially bursting."
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
But there are also basic defensive strategies you yourself can employ.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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