have defended
- present perfect of defend.
Example Sentences
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Supporters have defended Tate as a controversial figure willing to challenge mainstream ideas about masculinity.
From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2026
Ministers have defended the government's publications of documents.
From BBC ● Jun. 3, 2026
“We share the same root. We speak the same language. We hold the same values. And together, our warriors have defended the same extraordinary civilization under twin banners of red, white and blue.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 28, 2026
Industry officials have defended beef companies’ practices and said they are hurting from rising prices, just like consumers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 20, 2026
“But then, what would have happened to you? You would have just stood there, and let him do that, and you wouldn’t have defended yourself at all.”
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
