defend
Example Sentences
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Australian monetary authorities have said they are keeping a close eye on AI threats, while officials in Japan plan to establish a framework to defend against cyber risks.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
This pattern has helped to magnify the party's seat losses, which currently stand at 250 seats or half of all those it has been trying to defend.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
And it turns out you’re going to get a lot sharper having to defend positions that weren’t yours and having to have your positions challenged.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Bass was also who she had to be — measured, forceful and raring to defend her record, without coming off as defensive.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Mrs. Krajewska is gathering her breath to defend me.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
Vocabulary lists containing defend
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 5
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