had defined
- past perfect of define.
Example Sentences
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Todd Blanche followed a different script when he stepped into the role in 2025, bringing a bold and vocal approach that had defined his work as Donald Trump’s go-to defense attorney.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
Former prime minister Gordon Brown said that courage had "defined" Sir Chris's career and "now characterises how Chris and Sarra both face their health diagnoses and embrace life".
From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2024
His agent, Bob Mecoy, said the artist had defined himself by his work and was devastated by what the future had held.
From New York Times ● Apr. 9, 2024
Tuitele spent the final seven games reckoning with his decision and saying farewell to a game that had defined his identity for a majority of his life.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 8, 2024
The people had been apart for a long time, and now he sensed a small coming together—although who knew what those who had survived could do with a future nobody had defined?
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
