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Discover LudwigThe phrase "play defensive" is correct and can be used in written English
It is typically used in sports contexts to describe a strategy of focusing primarily on stopping an opponent from scoring rather than on attacking. For example, "The team decided to play defensive in the second half to protect their lead."
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He is capable of staying at his natural defensive tackle spot in a 4-3 defense, but he could also play defensive end in a 3-4.
Who will play defensive midfield?
Ancelotti told a press conference: "He will play defensive midfielder.
It was an impressive, but also lucky play, defensive play.
Carter's athleticism enables him to play defensive tackle as well.
Johnson himself is versatile and probably has the strength to play defensive end on passing downs.
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Nicknamed the Predator, Williams, a Miami native, was a tackling machine with blazing speed sought by the nation's marquee programs for his big-play defensive ability.
(He also played defensive back).
Chicharito plays defensive back for a junior college in Texas.
He now plays defensive back for the San Francisco 49ers.
The 310-pounder played defensive tackle at Clemson.
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