defense mechanism
noun
1
: an often unconscious mental process (such as repression) that makes possible compromise solutions to personal problems
2
: a defensive reaction by an organism
Examples of defense mechanism in a Sentence
She is projecting her anger on you as a defense mechanism.
the cell's normal defense mechanisms against infection
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Tony Khan And The ‘Ethan Page Effect’ Khan’s decision to keep disgruntled talent under contract, while polarizing, is also a defense mechanism.
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Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Researchers are studying the natural defense mechanisms of Christmas trees — focusing on a popular variation called Fraser firs — in hopes of using genetics and molecular biology to help the trees acclimate to climate change and increase their chances of survival.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2024
Proactive defense mechanisms will become the focus, with AI constantly learning and adjusting to new threats.
—Kevin Beasley, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Orchestrated by malicious, highly skilled threat actors, Black Kite’s research further suggests that these attacks are increasingly aimed at smaller businesses (anual revenue less then $20 million) that often have fewer sophisticated defense mechanisms in place.
—Sandra Pretorius, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Researchers are studying the natural defense mechanisms of Christmas trees — focusing on a popular variation called Fraser firs — in hopes of using genetics and molecular biology to help the trees acclimate to climate change and increase their chances of survival.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2024
Proactive defense mechanisms will become the focus, with AI constantly learning and adjusting to new threats.
—Kevin Beasley, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Orchestrated by malicious, highly skilled threat actors, Black Kite’s research further suggests that these attacks are increasingly aimed at smaller businesses (anual revenue less then $20 million) that often have fewer sophisticated defense mechanisms in place.
—Sandra Pretorius, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Defense mechanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/defense%20mechanism. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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