defiance
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One of Russia’s most popular singers, Filipp Kirkorov, sang a ditty about A7’s defiance of European sanctions in one promotional video.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
“While the government withheld funding in defiance of its obligations, children were left to face deportation proceedings alone, and some potentially returned to the very abuse, persecution, and danger they fled,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
The CJP quickly gained a huge following online, turning one of the most reviled insects into a symbol of defiance and resilience with 26 million followers on Instagram.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
That defiance is a feature of the Islamic Republic’s approach to the negotiations with the U.S. as well.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
It had challenge in it, and defiance, and excitement.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
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