defending
Example Sentences
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“I always look for the best relations possible with the United States. Always. ... But I’m not going to bow my head, either. It’s not a personal question. It’s a matter of defending the homeland.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Over the last 10 years, Paxton has championed religious freedom in court, often defending groups or individuals with conservative Christian views, particularly on marriage and gender.
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026
Walter, who also owns the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers and is an investor in English Premier League club Chelsea, bought a majority stake of the Lakers last June.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
They face Villa after defending their Champions League crown with victory over Arsenal in May, while Villa go into their first Super Cup since 1982.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Camilla falls after giving a very good account of herself; the wicked Mezentius meets the fate he so richly deserves, but only after his brave young son is killed defending him.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
