defender
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"The country is not only in a mourning mood but also in a state of terror. We live in paranoia," rights defender Tito Magoti said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
In Lagarde’s final months in the job, she positioned herself as Europe’s defender.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
Manchester United are targeting a move for 24-year-old Everton and England defender Jarrad Branthwaite as they aim to make big changes to their defence.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2026
Ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher talking to Sky Sports: Bruno Fernandes is Manchester United's best player, we can't get away from that.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2026
Sohrab was our nominal forward, which left me de facto defender, but really, both of us played all over the field.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
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As the quarterback dropped back to pass, five defenders came after him in a terrifying blitz.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
NBA officials have placed a larger emphasis on flopping this season, along with limiting use of off-arm force against defenders, reckless closeouts and time wasting on free throws.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
Neutrophils are often among the first defenders to respond to an infection, while lymphocytes include cells that recognize specific threats, produce antibodies, and help coordinate immune responses.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 28, 2026
Some self-appointed defenders even patrolled the canal at night to make sure no-one was shining torches or lasers at Bukangi.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
Many were sparrows, shrews and woodland defenders, but they were far outnumbered by the slain rats, ferrets, weasels and stoats.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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