self-defense

Example Sentences

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The Cuban government said in a statement that the 1996 shootdown was "legitimate self-defense" against an airspace violation.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

"Put simply, the self-defense system becomes more resilient. Hormones conducive to tissue repair and regeneration may be released and promote the self-healing system's functioning."

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

Outside of work, he practices jiujitsu and is trained in the self-defense techniques of Krav Maga.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

In 1993, Jackson told Rolling Stone interviewer David Ritz that “Nasty” and “What Have You Done for Me Lately” were born out of a sense of self-defense.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

“Mom and I talked about it. I’m going to take self-defense classes. Not because I want to fight him, but Mom thinks it’ll help with my confidence. Maybe I’ll meet some new friends.”

From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson