defend
Example Sentences
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It is also already making heavy use of its supply of interceptors, which are essential to defending the home front from rockets and missiles.
I wince, but it’s hard for me to defend myself against his accurate accusation.
From Literature
Militaries have mainly defended against Shaheds by shooting them down with cannon fire, missiles and interceptor drones, with the United States and Israel also developing lasers.
From Barron's
At 41, he has to defend himself from questions of being over the hill.
From Los Angeles Times
The letter said the agency will “pursue legal action to defend the state’s property’s rights” if Sable doesn’t respond within 10 days.
From Los Angeles Times
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