How to pronounce defended

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“defended” in real sentences

861 clips in the index · 174 American · 213 British · 4 Australian. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.

  1. He defended the defenseless.

    PBS NewsHour · hear it here

  2. not defended against Parliament we may be defended against the king and if a

    Intelligence Squared · hear it here

  3. being defended as free speech.

    The Scottish Parliament · hear it here

  4. The prime minister defended her.

    60 Minutes Australia · hear it here

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