defensive
adjective
serving to defend; protective.
nondefensively
-
a word derived from
defensive.
Example Sentences
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A: Thank you so much for this necessary and helpful reorientation; I hope the letter writer is able to recognize parts of their motivation here and can nondefensively let some of their desires go.
From Slate ● Sep. 22, 2020
This isn’t just a conversation where you tell your son something he doesn’t know, but one where you should ask questions, be patient, invite a response, and listen carefully and nondefensively.
From Slate ● Sep. 21, 2020
But you can ask the people you know and love, sincerely and nondefensively, what you can do to start to rebuild trust together.
From Slate ● Sep. 9, 2020
It’s possible to talk about fears and insecurities nondefensively and without assigning blame.
From Slate ● Apr. 18, 2020
But if you decide you’d rather preserve your energy for something else, or don’t trust them to respond honestly and nondefensively, you’re allowed to take a step back.
From Slate ● Apr. 11, 2020
