defensive
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On the streets of the capital Tirana, protesters have cited the project to air grievances about unchecked power, environmental degradation and real-estate development, putting the country’s Prime Minister Edi Rama on the defensive.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
For this reason the VAR will not be able to review defensive fouls before the ball is in play because it is not possible to give a penalty.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Chatter about Donald, 35, has been rampant since last week, when the Rams made another gigantic offseason move by trading for defensive end Myles Garrett.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
The possibility of pairing Donald with Garrett — a two-time defensive player of the year — continues to intrigue both in and out of the Rams’ facility.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
I watched their footwork, their attacks, and their defensive moves.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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Tone and Point of View, List 1
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