defender

Example Sentences

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Manchester City continue to prioritise a move for Newcastle United's England defender Tino Livramento, 23, but are also looking at alternatives.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

The EFF, a nonprofit organization that advocates for free speech and privacy rights online, has long been a defender of Section 230.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

Cornella's stadium has a capacity of 1,500 capacity, while Arsenal keeper David Raya and ex-Barcelona and Inter Miami defender Jordi Alba both came through the club's ranks.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Diamond Ward, his public defender in the state case, said prosecutors overcharged Moreno-Gama, calling the incident a “property crime, at best.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The repetitions of Vandara’s accusations were recited, and the defender again and again reiterated the amendment that said exceptions could be made.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry