defended

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Bettencourt, chair of the Senate Committee on Local Government, later defended the letter in an interview, arguing Texas could not allow counties to block growth with “a crazy patchwork quilt” of regulations.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

The organization has defended its steep ticket prices, saying they reflect standard practices for major global sporting and entertainment events.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Travel writer Cathy Adams defended it as a “fact of British life.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

After the match Shnaider defended her decision to play in Russia, saying it was her "one opportunity" of the year to play in front of her family.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

In the morning Ged woke beneath his friend's roof, and while he was still drowsy he felt such wellbeing as if he were in some place wholly defended from evil and harm.

From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin