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defended

ADJECTIVE
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He also defended his detectives' decision to give the suspects police bail with "very strict conditions".

From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026

Kaiser has previously defended its arbitration system, saying it was fair for both patients and for the nonprofit.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026

Bessent, in the August interview, defended his surprise decision to at least double the Treasury’s purchases of long-term bonds after the 30-year yield hit its highest level since 2007.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026

The Union Syndicale Lycéenne, which represents students, defended the protests in a post on social media.

From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026

Because Caesar defended us, he angered the ex-soldier.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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