defend
Example Sentences
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To justify his decision, he invoked the need to "defend national security".
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
The U.K. has said it would help allies in the region to defend themselves from Iranian attacks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
“Ms. DeLorenzo was terminated following three seasons of documented underperformance. The allegations in this lawsuit are baseless, and we will vigorously defend against them in court.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Anthony White KC, who represented Associated, pointed out that a string of experienced journalists were willing to come to court to defend their reputations.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
“We shall defend our Island, whatever the cost may be.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
