defender

Example Sentences

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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

Newcastle's 6ft 7in defender Dan Burn has since played as a left-back, tucking in to form a back three on the ball before defending as a left-back out of possession.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Ex-Arsenal defender Matt Upson felt the EFL had to send a strong message with the punishment.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Ron Zember, a New York-based finance manager and Coke Zero defender, echoed this sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

My public defender means well, but there's no way I'm going to testify in an outfit designed by Liz Claiborne.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris