defend
Example Sentences
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The debate sponsors released a joint statement on Friday defending their decision.
From Los Angeles Times
“David Protein stands firmly behind the accuracy of its labeling and will vigorously defend it.”
They were down by two against the defending national champion Florida Gators.
With Bath playing with more width and ruthlessness – nine tries from 17 visits to the Saracens 22m – some of the pre-Six Nations concerns over the defending champions were allayed.
From BBC
“These are generally placed in communities that are the least able to defend themselves,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
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