Example Sentences

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Organizers have defended the event’s mission and said performers remain free to decide whether to participate.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Department officials have defended the work of gang enforcement details, saying officers are carefully vetted and undergo extensive training.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 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

The companies have defended the safeguards they have in place, with YouTube owner Google saying it was surprised by Ofcom's approach, urging it to focus on higher risk services instead.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 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