defensive

Example Sentences

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On Sunday Starmer announced that he had agreed to a US request to use British military bases for a "specific and limited defensive purpose".

From Barron's

Even when asked a basic question from a friendly outlet — “What are the U.S. objectives in Iran?” a Daily Caller reporter pressed — Hegseth grew defensive.

From Salon

But, on Sunday evening, the prime minister announced British military bases would be used for "defensive" strikes on the country.

From BBC

On Sunday, an RAF Typhoon jet operating out of Qatar shot down an Iranian drone in a "defensive air patrol", the Ministry of Defence said.

From BBC

France, Germany and the UK said Sunday they were ready to defend their interests and those of its allies in the Gulf if necessary by taking "defensive action" against Iran.

From Barron's