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as in protects
to drive danger or attack away from
a solemn oath to defend the mother country at any cost
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as in justifies
to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections
she will pigheadedly defend any claim regardless of all evidence to the contrary
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Recent Examples of defends
But Musk did not share the post attributed to him that defends those insurance companies.
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Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
More than ever before, a power that defends against an aggressor now has the advantage over would-be aggressors.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
The Minnesota Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels takes a shot as Clippers guard Bones Hyland defends during the first half on Wednesday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.
—Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 5 Dec. 2024
Floyd Patterson defends his world heavyweight title by knocking out Tom McNeeley in the fourth round in Toronto.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
Continue reading … PARTING WORDS – Outgoing DNC chair defends party, says 2024 could have been worse for Democrats.
—Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
Attorney Bob Burgess defends the suspect, a loner accused of killing his mother.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
While Democratic leadership defends the status quo, the American people are angry and want change.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
While the Democratic leadership defends the status quo, the American people are angry and want change.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
More than ever before, a power that defends against an aggressor now has the advantage over would-be aggressors.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
The Minnesota Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels takes a shot as Clippers guard Bones Hyland defends during the first half on Wednesday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.
—Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 5 Dec. 2024
Floyd Patterson defends his world heavyweight title by knocking out Tom McNeeley in the fourth round in Toronto.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
Continue reading … PARTING WORDS – Outgoing DNC chair defends party, says 2024 could have been worse for Democrats.
—Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
Attorney Bob Burgess defends the suspect, a loner accused of killing his mother.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
While Democratic leadership defends the status quo, the American people are angry and want change.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
While the Democratic leadership defends the status quo, the American people are angry and want change.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for defends
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An expensive proposition Experts say the UnitedHealthcare killing made clear that the security blanket that protects many top CEOs should be extended to their lieutenants.Matt Egan, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Finally, the Moisture Shield seals in the deep hydration and protects against environmental aggressors.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Is there enough to hold a child’s interest that justifies its cost?Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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The high lifetime value of traders justifies significant investment in sophisticated intermediation infrastructure.Boaz Sobrado, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Designated a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the US and encompassed under the Taliban umbrella, the network maintains its own distinct lines of operation, according to the Institute for the Study of War.Catherine Nicholls, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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As the rest of the city struggles through violent crime, Johnson reportedly maintains a security detail of nearly 100 officers in Unit 544 — the group of officers assigned to protect the mayor.Dylan Sharkey, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, ensuring a good mix of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins supports brain and vascular health.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Not only that, but vitamin C also supports the production of collagen, an important protein in your body that supports your skin's elasticity and firmness.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Defends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/defends. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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