defensive
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Eric Garcia has emerged as one of the season's most valuable tactical players, filling multiple positions seamlessly, while Gerard Martin has exceeded expectations after being placed into a key defensive role.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
He started playing through West Ham's defensive line and hit a couple of great balls that got Arsenal in on goal.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
The Rams add Miami wide receiver CJ Daniels and Alabama defensive tackle Tim Keenan III on the final day of the 2026 NFL draft.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
The Sixers aren’t the first franchise to use geography as a defensive strategy.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
But before I could blow my cover by sputtering something defensive, Katie saved me.
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
Vocabulary lists containing defensive
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Tone and Point of View, List 1
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