Example Sentences

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The judges who are defending the Constitution and the rule of law are courageous examples for pro-democracy Americans and other people of conscience.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

China are defending champions and get their campaign underway against debutants Bangladesh in Sydney on March 3.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

India are defending champions after their 2024 win and have home advantage as co-hosts alongside Sri Lanka.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

Whether they are defending legal rights or a thing they call the Fourth Amendment or the First Amendment.

From Slate • Feb. 3, 2026

“We are defending our honor,” the ambassador replied.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman