Example Sentences

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At Pregnancy Justice, we have been defending women charged with crimes because of pregnancy, and tracking pregnancy-related prosecutions, for 25 years.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Like Avdiivka, another eastern city, Ukrainian forces have been defending Kupiansk from a raised position as it sits on a hill.

From BBC • Dec. 25, 2023

Companies that make and market plastics, which are derived from fossil fuels, have been defending against a growing set of cases worldwide focused on the waste from the ubiquitous packaging material.

From Reuters • Nov. 18, 2022

“In the midst of struggle, we have been defending national dignity and core interests,” Mr. Xi told the officials, shown vigorously applauding him.

From New York Times • Oct. 14, 2022

In our bedroom, we have been defending ourselves to each other.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez