defender
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Her deputy public defender did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
Lai, who was elected president in January 2024, has been an outspoken defender of Taiwan's sovereignty and is detested by Chinese leaders.
From Barron's ● Oct. 5, 2026
Confidence has clearly taken a hit and Wednesday's bizarre error from defender Leah Williamson summed up the chaotic nature of their season so far.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
The third-year point guard has worked to be a better communicator, facilitator and defender this summer and at training camp.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
When told I'd better hire a good attorney, I ask them to give me a public defender, whoever's available—it makes no difference to me.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
I think you've seen today a lot of times running them in behind and just showing strength against occupying defenders is one of the main things.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
Exeter had to respond and Feyi-Waboso's burst near the corner drew in enough defenders to allow Varney to exploit space to get his side on the board.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
It gives Lakers coach JJ Redick a solid group of defenders on the wing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
In order to beat defenders, Kelce needed to optimize his speed for every turn.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
Attracted by the flaring blaze that lit the night, defenders rushed from all quarters to see what was happening.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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