defender
Example Sentences
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By controlling this genetic activity, MafB enables macrophages to develop into effective defenders that support the normal function of organs throughout the body.
From Science Daily
The Lakers star then passed to a hustling Austin Reaves, who took a few dribbles to get a Kings defender to commit before making an alley-oop pass to James for a two-handed, rim-hanging dunk.
From Los Angeles Times
Brazilian defender Gabriel is so important in the majority of the routines that Arsenal use.
From BBC
Haggis has its defenders, but it is not, for most Americans, a food you crave under emotional duress.
From Salon
Reese is the self-appointed defender of his family brand, a role that takes many forms.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
