defend
Произношение: [dɪˈfɛnd]
Слово
Контекст: «protection»
(verb) to protect someone or something from being harmed. It’s like when you stand up for your friend if someone is being mean to them.
Пример
She defended her friend when others were teasing him.
Пример
He didn’t defend himself when the bullies came.
Пример
Why should we defend someone who is being picked on?
Контекст: «law»
(verb) to try to prove that someone is not guilty in a court of law. Like when a lawyer speaks up for a person who has been accused of a crime.
Пример
The lawyer defended his client by showing evidence of his innocence.
Пример
She didn’t have anyone to defend her in court, so she was very worried.
Пример
What arguments will you use to defend your position?
Контекст: «sports»
(verb) to try to stop the opposing team from scoring or winning. Like in basketball when a player tries to block the other team from making a basket.
Пример
The player defended the goal beautifully, preventing the other team from scoring.
Пример
They didn’t defend well, which allowed the other team to score easily.
Пример
How do you plan to defend against their attacks during the game?
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