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defensive
01
defensivo, defensiva
designed or used in a way that provides a person or thing with protection against attack
Exemplos
The soldiers erected defensive barriers to fortify their position against enemy advances.
Os soldados ergueram barreiras defensivas para fortificar sua posição contra os avanços inimigos.
She took a defensive stance, ready to protect herself if the situation escalated.
Ela assumiu uma postura defensiva, pronta para se proteger se a situação escalasse.
02
showing or expressing the need to justify or protect oneself, especially in response to criticism
Exemplos
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
Exemplos
His constant defensive made open discussion difficult.
She dropped her defensive once she realized no one was attacking her.
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