defender
Example Sentences
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In making his argument to dismiss the case, Samuel Cross, a deputy federal public defender, said he was quoting the judge in calling it “amateur hour at the U.S. attorney’s office.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Cross, the deputy public defender representing Escobar, said the new evidence changed the view of the case and how they would have prepared for trial.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Captain of Italy's 2006 World Cup-winning team, the former defender does not have a scintillating managerial pedigree.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Arsenal are leading the way in the title race and should they win, the likes of defender Gabriel and midfelder Declan Rice will surely be in contention.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
The public defender closed his eyes to indicate that Zeitoun should stop talking.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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