defender

Example Sentences

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The shot clock was running out, a defender was draped all over him, and he had no option left but a desperate leaning heave.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

They will be ambitious in the transfer window and have already secured the signings of West Ham forward Shekiera Martinez and Dutch defender Caitlin Dijkstra.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

France defender Ibrahima Konate is in advanced talks with Real Madrid about joining the La Liga club on a free transfer.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Gisele is a defender and Alyssa a forward, but Zoe plays in the midfield.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The defender countered that Zeitoun had no prior record, and that the bail should be far lower.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers