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Discover LudwigThe phrase "as defensive" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a manner or approach that is protective or resistant to criticism or attack.
Example: "In discussions about the project, he often comes across as defensive, making it difficult to have an open dialogue."
Alternatives: "in a protective manner" or "in a guarded way."
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Officials present this as defensive.
But you're nowhere near as defensive".
In that regard, Flipkart's move is as defensive as it is disruptive.
Blackburn comes off as clueless and Gore comes off as defensive.
Waste business is not as defensive as many investors think," a Paris-based trader told Reuters.
This is about as defensive as I can think of in this economic environment.
And the order is as defensive as ever.
Fewell returns as defensive coordinator.
Retained Jeff FitzGerald as defensive backs coach.
My role is again as defensive captain for Wales.
Some analysts saw the offer as defensive, improvised and complex.
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