Example Sentences

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Tatjana Maria says Queen's should show more respect to its defending champions after she had to go through qualifying to reach the main draw.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In that environment, the helmets may have been intended for local militias, forces serving the Kingdom of Valencia, or armed groups responsible for defending the region's maritime frontier.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

In 1975, defending junior champion Nancy Lopez finished tied for second in the Open.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

At a time when it seems every software provider is defending itself against AI disruption, ServiceTitan stands out as the real deal, argued Morgan Stanley.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Clara defending Boaz in anything that he did had to be a first.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny