defended
Example Sentences
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Quiñones defended his idea, repeatedly declaring: “The president wants this!”
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
The head of the Metropolitan Police Sir Mark Rowley has defended the force's investigation into double murderer Simon Levy.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Ellison has repeatedly defended his proposed purchase, saying the tie-up does not threaten competition because Hollywood has been transformed by Netflix and other deep-pocketed tech giants.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Commons Leader Sir Alan Campbell subsequently defended the change, saying it was needed to "spend more and invest in our public services".
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
My parents have always spoiled me rotten, treated me kindly, defended me against the van Daans and done all that parents can.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
