defender

Example Sentences

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"It's a monumental night for Leeds United," former Manchester United defender Gary Neville told Sky Sports.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

She can shoot from range at 32.6% and is a tough perimeter defender and can bang in the post at 6-foot-4.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

He was no Churchillian defender of Western Christian civilization against the barbarian hordes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Atkins is an elite perimeter defender and a decent three-point shooter who can drive offense alongside Plum.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Nick didn’t know it until the attack was under way, but he had a powerful defender of his own—good old Mom, the white queen.

From "Frindle" by Andrew Clements