defend

Example Sentences

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Alcaraz faces a significant roadblock in Italy's Sinner, the two-time defending champion who is chasing his own slice of history.

From Barron's

“Solidarity across borders means opposing authoritarian power everywhere and defending the right to live free from fear and state violence.”

From The Wall Street Journal

“The Justice Department will not tolerate this behavior. We stand ready to investigate, defend, and protect the interests of the American people.”

From Los Angeles Times

He later defended his comments and said that he had been using hyperbole to make a point, adding that he disavowed racists and that media reports had ignored the context of his comments.

From BBC

Simon Sargent, defending, said Pugh had been out drinking and was on his way home when he noticed the mixer and the wheelbarrows by the side of the road.

From BBC