To some extent, they are simply defending their own role in public policy debates.

The patriot we see here before us simply defended himself, fought for his life.

It may even be a good idea to simply defend.

But down on the planet were no peaceful aliens thinking they were simply defending themselves.

Kethry tried to simply defend herself, but the bandit wasn't holding back.

We are simply defending ourselves against men who seek to return us to slavery.

Nb5, where the knight may hop into d6 or simply defend d4.

I am simply defending the health and future of our fellow citizens.

It will give him a great excuse to say that he is simply defending his country.

The world can only conclude from this that he is simply not defending himself at all.