defence

the defence of the realm.

the defence is solid.

cutbacks in defence spending.

an exposition and defence of Marx's writings.

responsibility for defence and external affairs.

an effective defence against predation.

rejoinder to the defence

she came to the defence of the eccentric professor.

defence is the subject of considerable discussion in western Europe.

new spending on defence was to be frozen.

the defence is recognized in British law.

a comprehensive review of UK defence policy.

they are being given the runaround by the Defence Ministry.

the commercial spin-off from defence research.

The core of her successful defence was that she knew nothing.

Outside Amiens, British and Australian troops improvise a defence, and finally halt the German advance.

His lawyers are claiming self defence.

Mr Brogan-Moore will lead the defence.

Vilified as tyrant of the arts, David tried to stammer a defence.

They can cover vast areas and have elaborate defences.

The Lakers have the best defence, and I bet they'll beat the Rockets.

Ministers say Boris Johnson's defence of Dominic Cummings undermines the government's message.

Speak of my lameness, and I straight will halt, against thy reasons making no defence.

A good way of overcoming these defences was through mining.