in defiance of

1. In spite of, with outright disregard for, as in They went on strike in defiance of union policy. This term was first recorded in 1750.

Example Sentences

Uproar resumed in the vigil crowd as Mr Lammy said "that is why we stand in defiance of those terrorists who seek to divide us".

From BBC

When the president died, his supporters tried to install Mutharika as leader in defiance of the constitution, but ultimately Banda prevailed and became Malawi's first female president.

From BBC

Meanwhile, many nations — including traditional U.S. allies such as Australia, Britain, Canada and others — are expected to recognize Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly in defiance of intense diplomatic pressure from Washington.

From Los Angeles Times

In defiance of his own health officials, he promoted unproven treatments such as hydroxychloroquine.

From BBC

“The gang is currently hosting anti-Muslim hate speech on its Facebook page and has previously held a pig roast ‘in defiance of’ the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.”

From Salon

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