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Defence

Definition

The act of protecting something, especially a country, from attack or harm, or a reason or excuse for something.

Example Sentences

1The country's defence system is one of the strongest in the world.
2What is the defence for the company's decision to lay off hundreds of employees?
3The lawyer's defence strategy was to prove that the defendant was not at the scene of the crime.
4The team's defence was weak, allowing the opposing team to score several goals.
5The government has increased its defence spending to counter the growing threat from neighbouring countries.

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