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

It's worth noting that some around Sir Keir are also concerned about the ambitions of Shabana Mahmood, the home secretary, Ed Miliband, the energy secretary and former leader, and Lucy Powell, Labour's new deputy leader - who was essentially elected in defiance of Sir Keir.

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Hezbollah has been rebuilding in defiance of the cease-fire agreement a year ago that ended its devastation by Israel.

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Mr Fetto asked if, after that, Rose had made a point of going to the DSU in "defiance" of the women and to appear "above bigotry and hatred" as Rose had written in a statement to the tribunal.

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The move comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Moscow had successfully tested a nuclear-capable, nuclear-powered underwater drone, in defiance of Washington's warnings.

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“No professional league should lend its brand to companies operating in defiance of state law and consumer protection norms.”

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