defender
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"The country is not only in a mourning mood but also in a state of terror. We live in paranoia," rights defender Tito Magoti said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
In Lagarde’s final months in the job, she positioned herself as Europe’s defender.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
The defender made 286 appearances for Villa after joining in July 2019 from Brentford and helped them win the Europa League in May, the club's first European trophy since 1982.
From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2026
England defender and United captain Maya le Tissier was among those to return with renewed energy having impressed for her country during the break.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2026
Thor is the defender of Asgard and of Midgard.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
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But a thriving community of Persian Jews on Long Island, where I grew up, are some of the war’s most ardent defenders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
Dowman is one of best young players in Europe and tough treatment from defenders is something Arteta has previously said that Dowman will have to get used to.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026
Neutrophils are often among the first defenders to respond to an infection, while lymphocytes include cells that recognize specific threats, produce antibodies, and help coordinate immune responses.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 28, 2026
Soon Rakowski was firing the ball to a wide-open Flowers for a 43-yard touchdown as two helpless Mira Costa defenders gave pursuit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2026
Of the three, two drove directly for the companions; the third turned his mount’s head and galloped to the flank of the defenders.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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