defend
verb (used with object)
to ward off attack from; guard against assault or injury (usually followed by from oragainst ).
defending
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present participleof defend.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Dubbed 'The Bosnian Brick Wall' by fans, he has helped Leeds boast the second meanest defence in the Premier League behind defending champions Arsenal.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
“Chiquita has complied with relevant requirements and worked closely with California regulators to design and develop a complex hazardous waste management program. We look forward to defending ourselves against the state’s unwarranted accusations.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026
The department filed a long court brief defending its tactics, saying a law defining the statute of limitations for most felony crimes allows prosecutors to initiate a case by criminal information.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
For years, Israel has focused on defending itself against its external enemies.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026
It wasn’t long before they’d started defending him over me.
From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi
