defensive
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All that’s left are defensive denials, evasions of Nazi collaboration and the faint hope that something higher has survived.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
The simple question, however, is whether Spence would offer more to England's squad than Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold, in either a defensive or attack context?
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Typically, it is active during election years, serving as a vital coordination hub and turning intelligence about foreign election threats into warnings, defensive measures and offensive operations.
From Salon • May 21, 2026
“I look forward to seeing him with recruits and his intensity working with our defensive players.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
As Jake spoke, I watched David’s face and could almost feel the full range of his thoughts—starting with defensive anger and moving on to fear, then sadness, and finally horror.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
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Tone and Point of View, List 1
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