defender
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Elected to the European Parliament in 2019, Gluckmann's work there has also focused on human rights and he has been a staunch defender of Ukraine.
From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026
Some may not remember that Ditka was an All-American two-way player in college at Pitt; a dynamo tight end who was equally punishing as a defender.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
"I'm going to tell Messi, 'You are a god'," Benin defender Mohamed Tijani informed the Argentine press of the country's legendary No 10.
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
A successful international period for the Newcastle defender.
From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026
From the judge, the prosecutor, and the defender, there was no answer.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
Pep Guardiola opted for a zonal 4-2-4 shape that let Arsenal's defenders keep the ball but blocked access through the middle of the pitch.
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
"But openness also benefits defenders: researchers can inspect the code, identify weaknesses and improve protection."
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
Guilfoyle began dating Trump Jr. halfway through his father’s first term and emerged as one of the president’s most outspoken defenders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
The Lakers have stocked their team with versatile perimeter defenders to help complement their offensive-minded backcourt of Doncic and Reaves.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
“Well, warrior mouse. What do you think of your brave Redwall defenders now? Huh, not much, I imagine! I’m going to let you stay up there and witness some drastic changes.”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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