On this page you'll find 10+ example sentences with Defy. Discover the meaning, synonyms such as withstand or resist and how to use the word correctly in a sentence.
Defy meaning
- To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).
- To refuse to obey.
- To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.
Synonyms of Defy
Defy vertaling naar Nederlands
Using Defy
- The main meaning on this page is: To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition). | To refuse to obey. | To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.
- Useful related words include: withstand, resist, dare, lend oneself.
- Possible Dutch translations are: uitdagen, het hoofd bieden.
- In the example corpus, defy often appears in combinations such as: to defy, defy the, that defy.
Context around Defy
- Average sentence length in these examples: 22.6 words
- Position in the sentence: 2 start, 12 middle, 6 end
- Sentence types: 20 statements, 0 questions, 0 exclamations
Corpus analysis for Defy
- In this selection, "defy" usually appears in the middle of the sentence. The average example has 22.6 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
- Around the word, must, system, players, gravity, easy and leaguewide stand out and add context to how "defy" is used.
- Recognizable usage signals include appeared to defy aging by and continued to defy the odds. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
- By corpus frequency, "defy" sits close to words such as abigail, blu and buenos, which helps place it inside the broader word index.
Example types with defy
The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:
But the best offensive players defy leaguewide trends. (8 words)
Even when those lies defy gravity, reality and all available logic. (11 words)
Her music often encompasses bespoke tunings and song structures that defy categorization. (12 words)
I think, without going into specifics – I don’t want to get myself cancelled – but put it this way: when Michael Jackson's music starts to come on, I defy anyone to not tap their foot to it. (38 words)
And, let’s not forget, he has managed what very few do — to defy the rabid British tabloids and become King, despite the fact that they waged war on the idea for years. (33 words)
Bringing the story to life, The Foundation is a band of exiles who realize that they must defy the Galactic Empire if they want to save all of humanity. (29 words)
Example sentences (20)
A discovery flight is the best way to defy gravity, enjoy a flying lesson, and make unforgettable memories — all at once.
And, let’s not forget, he has managed what very few do — to defy the rabid British tabloids and become King, despite the fact that they waged war on the idea for years.
Bringing the story to life, The Foundation is a band of exiles who realize that they must defy the Galactic Empire if they want to save all of humanity.
But some of the most pressing problems, like an overwhelmed health system, defy easy solutions and may not be solved simply by more funding.
But the best offensive players defy leaguewide trends.
Eight months earlier, the team had made a decision to defy the odds.
Even when Shyamalan's twists defy all logic, he inspires his audience to contemplate the fragility of human existence.
Even when those lies defy gravity, reality and all available logic.
Former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, NFL legend Tom Brady, and tech tycoon Bryan Johnson have all appeared to defy aging by following biohacking techniques.
For once, William Smathers did not defy the odds and lost to Albert W. Hawkes.
Guyana has continued to defy the odds and successfully manage the influx of oil wealth and spur growth in other areas of the economy.
He consistently encouraged ethnic Serbs in Kosovo to defy the central government as he called on them to boycott the elections and not abide the authorities in Pristina.
Her music often encompasses bespoke tunings and song structures that defy categorization.
Hibs assistant manager Adam Owen is hoping to defy the odds against Aston Villa after insisting the English Premier League side are favourites to win the Europa Conference League.
Hogan managed to defy the odds and despite having a few dodgy moments, made a well-assembled sandwich.
In fact, some audience-favorite musicals that have achieved cult status are unusual films that defy contention—and may even please people who think they don't like musicals.
In these two areas, getting off the main roads to explore will reward visitors with cocktail bars, restaurants and other nightspots whose outsize personalities defy their cozy confines.
I think, without going into specifics – I don’t want to get myself cancelled – but put it this way: when Michael Jackson's music starts to come on, I defy anyone to not tap their foot to it.
It means that the AG both advises the government on the legality of its decisions and orders investigations of the same government should it defy his or her advice.
It would take a brave person in one of these jobs to defy the ruling class and risk losing everything.
Common combinations with defy
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts: