defensive

Example Sentences

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For investors seeking out safer bets this year, the defensive nature of the wireless sector has held appeal.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Instead, its biggest overweights are in defensive sectors that have also held up well during the recent sell off.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Britain initially refused access to US warplanes but later changed tack, saying bases could be used for "defensive operations."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

A U.A.E. official said the country’s posture remains defensive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Henry looks at me like I’m from another galaxy, and I start to feel defensive.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman