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the measures and actions a country takes to protect itself from military attack or threats
protection against harm or danger
the team, players, or tactics whose primary role is to prevent the opposing side from scoring or gaining advantage in a game or match
Who is the "defense"?
The defense refers to the players on a team who work to stop the opposing team from scoring. Their job is to protect their goal or area by blocking shots, intercepting passes, and preventing the opposing team from getting close to scoring. Defensive players try to disrupt the offensive team's plays, regain possession of the ball or puck, and force mistakes. The goal of the defense is to keep the other team from scoring points and to give their team a chance to take control of the game.
reasoning presented to support an act, belief, or decision
the person on trial and their legal team representing them in court
an unconscious psychological process aimed at reducing anxiety linked to instinctive desires or impulses
a legal case or argument presented by the accused to deny guilt and seek acquittal
a structure or fortification built to resist attack
an organized group or force tasked with resisting attack or providing protection
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