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defensive
01
defensif, bertahan
designed or used in a way that provides a person or thing with protection against attack
Contoh-contoh
The soldiers erected defensive barriers to fortify their position against enemy advances.
Para prajurit mendirikan penghalang pertahanan untuk memperkuat posisi mereka melawan serangan musuh.
She took a defensive stance, ready to protect herself if the situation escalated.
Dia mengambil sikap bertahan, siap melindungi dirinya sendiri jika situasi memburuk.
02
showing or expressing the need to justify or protect oneself, especially in response to criticism
Contoh-contoh
She became defensive when asked about her performance.
His defensive tone suggested guilt more than confidence.
Defensive
01
a state of mind or attitude marked by self-protection or sensitivity to criticism
Contoh-contoh
His constant defensive made open discussion difficult.
She dropped her defensive once she realized no one was attacking her.
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