Both men seemed overly defensive at times, as if they were fighting shadow opponents that were not even in the hall.

The competition was also marred by overly defensive and often violent tactics.

Not all African hives show overly defensive behavior; some colonies are quiet, which gives a beginning point for beekeepers to breed a gentler stock.

"That comes from being a little cautious or maybe just playing overly defensive."

But there was also nothing to be gained by revealing his self-doubt to her, or by becoming overly defensive.

With Mosley overly defensive, there were only fleeting moments of excitement.

We publish corrections and editor's notes, and try hard not to be overly defensive when our work is challenged.

This was an effort to prevent overly defensive play encouraged by the greater advantage in limiting goals allowed.

Certainly he came across as overly defensive, but really he is in the situation of "he was the one who happened to get caught".

But with our line, no one is overly aggressive or overly defensive.