defender

Example Sentences

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However he did not convince in that role, even after he had a free run at it when the Northern Ireland defender was ruled out in January.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Tributes were also paid to captain Bernardo Silva and defender John Stones, who will also be leaving the club this summer upon the expiry of their contracts.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

McKinney told The Times he envisions himself as “a protector, as the local prosecutor, and a defender, as the general counsel of the city.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Last year, Tuchel said Quansah – a central defender – was ahead of him in the pecking order, so it doesn't necessarily look good.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

He would be allowed a phone call, would learn about the charges against him, might even see a public defender or a judge.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers