defences

"Condoms are designed to protect against sexually-transmitted diseases."

"to present an envoy to the king"

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The government decided to raise taxes to fund new schools. "

"I brush my teeth regularly to prevent them from turning yellow."

"The teacher contrasted the two poems, highlighting the difference in their tone and themes. "

"The family dedicated the new playroom to their recently deceased grandfather. "

"strengthen a muscle"

"The goalie is defending the net from the opposing team's shots. "

"Her lateness required a strong justification, as the meeting had already started. "

"The school's science department focuses on biology and chemistry. "

"The school's prohibition against cell phone use during class was strictly enforced. "