He defended himself by claiming that other physicians were in thrall to the establishment.

The manager defended himself by claiming he was using black humour.

The town hall defended its position by claiming that the regulations had not come into force at the time the agreement was signed.

Martin defended anti-evolution laws by claiming that they protected the individual liberty of religious students.

McNeilly defended the move by claiming it was simply a matter of providing choice to the voters.

Any suspect can defend now himself by claiming someone else uploaded the incriminating evidence.

She defended herself by claiming that she had no idea how serious the whole thing would be considered and pleaded for mercy.

They defended the show by claiming they are currently leading in the ratings game nationwide.

She could defend herself by claiming immaturity as her excuse, but that hadn't been all of it.