Definition of Defense

justification; argument

Examples of Defense in a sentence

The hit-and-run suspect’s only defense was that he did not stop after the accident because he was afraid.  

An alibi was needed since the accused seemed to have no defense to disprove the prosecutor’s claim.  

In the dieter’s defense, it is difficult to stay on track when your coworkers bring donuts to work every day.  

The student gave a defense for her actions, but the principal did not believe the story and suspended her anyway.  

The naïve parents believed their son’s dishonest defense of his actions, even though everyone else knew he was wrong.  

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