defending
Example Sentences
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But he conceded: "The most difficult challenge is defending against ballistic missiles."
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
“SPLC remains committed to exposing extremism, equipping the public with knowledge and defending the rights and safety of marginalized communities,” a spokesman for the organization said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
After defending Jackson many times previously, including on Oprah Winfrey’s talk show in 2010, all five of the family’s adult children say they were groomed to protect him.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
McIlroy's biggest challenge this week will come from world number one and defending champion Scottie Scheffler, who skipped Quail Hollow to hone his skills for the Aronimink test.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
Llewellyn, coming after it, had failed to remove the good impression that the defending counsel had made.
From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie
