self-defensive
- a word derived from self-defence.
- a word derived from self-defense.
Example Sentences
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"The policy of continuously strengthening the country's self-defensive nuclear deterrent, as set out by the nation's leader, is an irreversible course that must be implemented without fail," she added.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
It said in response in that the missile tests "constitute routine and planned self-defensive measures taken by a sovereign state to defend the national security".
From Reuters • May 31, 2023
With apologies to Tracee Ellis Ross and Leslie Jordan, Tuesday morning’s Oscar nominations show was a ridiculous, self-defensive mess and, as it turns out, completely unnecessary.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2022
Despite her self-defensive inclination towards burning bridges, Mitski’s ability and desire to write songs that people connect with has won out.
From The Guardian • Aug. 23, 2018
Yet what will all such grandeur do—the self-defensive heart inquires—for puny, feeble, lonely me?
From Erema — My Father's Sin by Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge)
