defend

Example Sentences

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The broadcaster has previously defended the need for a pay freeze.

From BBC

"But also, I need to defend the sector from anti-competitive behaviour from elsewhere in the world."

From BBC

The UFW and Cesar Chavez Foundation were wise to not try to defend the indefensible in their statements and instead consider any victims first before deciding how to decide what’s next for them.

From Los Angeles Times

It said the appeal to Cas was essential to "defend its rights and the interests of ⁠Senegalese football".

From BBC

In the end, Martin came out intact having defended the man who had helped restore Anglo-Irish relations, without triggering a backlash from his US host.

From BBC