defended
Example Sentences
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NBC defended Kristen Welker after Trump attacked her over accurate reporting on his primary endorsement record.
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended that slogan during his campaign, and only with the greatest reluctance did he ultimately “discourage” it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
On Wednesday, Delcy Rodríguez, now interim president of Venezuela, defended Betancourt, saying he has no pending cases in that country or the US.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
Wright on Wednesday defended NABEP's "highly successful track record of producing large volumes of oil in Venezuela," adding: "That's a business partner you can believe in."
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
Yes, he had defended girls-as-an-idea in front of Bartholomew.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
