defying
- present participle of defy.
Example Sentences
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SpaceX and Tesla shares are surprisingly trading in the same direction, defying fears that investors would sell Tesla stock to buy SpaceX.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
Only 10 days ago, he pulled off an impressive victory, in what one former minister described as a "Russian roulette" by-election in Makerfield, beating Reform and defying Labour's lack of popularity.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026
On Wednesday, data showed U.K. inflation stalling at 2.8% in May, defying expectations of an increase.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026
U.K. annual inflation remained at 2.8% in May, defying economist expectations for a rise to 3.0%.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026
She said it like a challenge, as if defying Conor to answer.
From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness
