Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: defenders

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Acuña and Tafur were just two of 401 human rights defenders killed in 2022, according to from Frontline Defenders, an international human rights organization.

Source: https://grist.org/global-indigenous-affairs-desk/2022-was-a-particularly-deadly-year-for-land-and-environmental-activists/

After a three-game COVID season, Pace Jr. came to the forefront in 2021 as one of the best defenders in the MAC, putting together a career year with 125 tackles 13.0 for loss 4.0 sacks.

Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2023/02/running-backs-a-waste-of-time-for-cincinnati-linebacker-ivan-pace-jr/

After six to seven months, the attackers once again overtake the defenders and gain back the momentum.

Source: https://www.lawfareblog.com/lingering-power-cyber-brandishing

Again You would say the same if I told you that it would be a disaster for Cam because there were no receivers in Pats who were good at getting behind defenders, wouldn’t you?

Source: https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2023/03/31/mike-gesicki-excited-to-finally-play-for-bill-obrien/

Alta Loma (10-5-4) was the sharper team over the first 15 minutes and produced a pair of shots on goal that forced saves from Aparicio and one of his defenders.

Source: https://www.pressenterprise.com/2023/02/09/king-boys-soccer-team-opens-division-2-playoffs-by-shutting-out-alta-loma/

At 6-foot-1, Gustin often faced taller defenders, but she consistently beat them to the ball.

Source: https://www.deseret.com/2023/4/24/23695920/byu-womens-basketball-lauren-gustin-earned-right-to-nil-transfer-portal

At half-time, having watched Scott torment City defenders for 45 minutes, Keane added: "We highlighted him before the game, and you can see that he has a Jack Grealish about his play.

Source: https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1740699/Roy-Keane-next-Jack-Grealish-Tottenham-Newcastle-transfer-news

Australia’s other dangerous attacker, Mary Fowler, had a night to forget as she struggled physically against the size and power of the Swedish defenders.

Source: https://newsday.com.ng/sweden-take-third-place-to-spoil-australias-fifa-womens-world-cup-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sweden-take-third-place-to-spoil-australias-fifa-womens-world-cup-party

Beekman had the flash, but it was Clark who consistently broke down Virginia Tech with his dribble-drives, rim runs and dishes to teammates who found themselves open because of Clark drawing their defenders his way.

Source: https://augustafreepress.com/news/kihei-clark-with-steph-curry-looking-on-played-himself-into-an-nba-camp-invite/

Before the vote, a surreal Republican-against-Republican debate played out on the House floor as members of the hard-right railed against their own Speaker and verbally sparred with Mr. McCarthy’s defenders.

Source: https://nationwideradiojm.com/republicans-boot-mccarthy-as-house-speaker/

But although he was delighted to add to the goal he scored in the 2-1 success at Solihull Moors on January 2 as Wrexham ran out comfortable winners, Tunnicliffe says keeping a welcome clean sheet meant more to the defenders.

Source: https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/sport/23372271.leaders-wrexham-extend-lead-victory-dagenham/?ref=rss

But his technique on his pass sets needs work, as he tends to drop his hands and allow defenders to get the initial punch and leverage.

Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2023/06/biggest-steelers-storylines-by-position-pre-training-camp-offensive-and-defensive-line/

But if it is a detailed system that requires all five defenders to be in lockstep, then there should be hope of the one more shutdown required for the Heat to advance out of Tuesday’s play-in game against the Hawks and into the playoffs.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/04/09/ask-ira-can-the-heats-success-continue-against-the-hawks-trae-young/

But most importantly, they do it while wearing iconic gold High Republic robes, which symbolize the Jedi's status as a force for good, rather than unwitting defenders of an unbalanced status quo.

Source: https://www.cbr.com/star-wars-high-republic-acolyte-young-jedi-adventures/

But since two of their top defenders have been out, the Wild haven't lost, and Faber is one reason.

Source: https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-wild-rookie-defenseman-brock-faber-nhl-calder/600328659/

But the Beavers (7-10, 1-5), who trailed by double digits for the final 30 minutes, provided a scare by rallying within 72-62 when Jayden Stevens split defenders for a fast-break layup with 5:04 left.

Source: https://nationalpost.com/pmn/sports-pmn/top-25-roundup-no-8-gonzaga-escapes-byu-on-late-3-pointer

But the Kremlin’s main objective in the east is conquest, and Russian forces have been stymied by the Ukrainian defenders.

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/02/world/europe/ukraine-russia-un-security-council.html

BYU’s Atiki Ally Atiki (4) shoots over a pair of defenders during the Cougars’ 71-58 win over Portland at the Marriott Center in Provo on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022.

Source: https://www.deseret.com/2022/12/31/23531137/3-keys-to-byu-basketballs-win-over-portland

Central defenders James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite were strong, James Garner excelled in midfield and was alert to danger when it finally came his way.

Source: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/warm-glow-three-points-national-28218714