Your English writing platform
Discover LudwigSuggestions(5)
"to defend himself" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to someone protecting themselves against accusations in a court of law, or in a more figurative sense like protecting oneself in a conflict. For example: "The defendant argued vigorously to defend himself against the false accusations."
Dictionary
to defend himself
verb
To ward off, repel (an attack or attacker).
Exact(56)
He's going to defend himself".
Joel took up boxing to defend himself.
Savile was unable to defend himself.
"My father's not here to defend himself.
"Reverend Greene is unable to defend himself".
He also knew how to defend himself.
"He's got a desire to defend himself".
He wants to defend himself, it seems.
Haneke was quick to defend himself.
We wish Dr. Gould were here to defend himself.
Similar(1)
Mr. Feuer spent $80,000 to defend himself.
Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.
Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com