line of defense
noun phrase
: a way of defending oneself
the body's first line of defense against illness
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In the United States, gaps in access mean that prevention is our most powerful — and often only — line of defense.
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Michael Thwing, STAT, 6 Feb. 2026
But parents can and should do more to be the first line of defense.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 5 Feb. 2026
Last line of defense, first line of exposure In Lapeer County, commissioners remain split on whether to move forward with Flock cameras, opting to continue discussions next month.
—CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
L1Ts, as a first line of defense, must be fast.
—IEEE Spectrum, 3 Feb. 2026
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Michael Thwing, STAT, 6 Feb. 2026
But parents can and should do more to be the first line of defense.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 5 Feb. 2026
Last line of defense, first line of exposure In Lapeer County, commissioners remain split on whether to move forward with Flock cameras, opting to continue discussions next month.
—CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
L1Ts, as a first line of defense, must be fast.
—IEEE Spectrum, 3 Feb. 2026
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“Line of defense.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/line%20of%20defense. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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