Examples of 'getting defensive' in a sentence

Meaning of "getting defensive"

getting defensive - This phrase describes a behavior where a person becomes protective or argumentative in response to feeling attacked or criticized

How to use "getting defensive" in a sentence

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getting defensive
Getting defensive when people criticize you.
Responding to negative feedback without getting defensive.
I was just getting defensive in case they reject me.
Answer questions quickly without getting defensive.
Getting defensive is never a good idea.
We have learned that getting defensive does not help.
Getting defensive and refusing to negotiate is a big mistake.
You are the one getting defensive.
You are getting defensive when the situation does not at all call for it.
I am not the one getting defensive.
This security enabled her to face even her greatest weaknesses without getting defensive.
Do not start getting defensive.
Avoid succumbing to the temptation of arguing back or getting defensive.
I am not getting defensive.
Be open to what others have to say without getting defensive.

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Tom is getting defensive.
Listen without judging or getting defensive.
Or maybe you are getting defensive and saying everything I say back at me.
He says that we should try to avoid getting defensive on set.
Getting defensive or angry when other people ask about your / their use.
I understand you getting defensive.
Ooh, getting defensive about it.
Allow your spouse to express their hurt without getting defensive.
I am done . Getting defensive is never a good idea.
So as much as possible listen to what they have to say without getting defensive.
Miss Phi Phi is getting defensive.
You are getting defensive for no reason? What?
Learn to make your case using data and without getting defensive.
You are all getting defensive about this Camillo fella . Yeah.
This will allow you to guide him without him getting defensive.
Someone 's getting defensive.
All right, now it just sounds like you are getting defensive.
You're getting defensive for no reason?
This will keep the passive aggressive person from getting defensive and retreating into their shell.
You're all getting defensive about this Camillo fella. - Yeah.
You guys are cool, you are not getting defensive.
Cause you're getting defensive.
Why are you getting so defensive? I'm not getting defensive.
Ever go fishing? Getting defensive.
Who walked out 15 months ago? I am not getting defensive.
Now, I really am getting defensive.
Do not worry about the fish . Getting defensive.
No, I am not getting defensive.
And takeout . I am not the one getting defensive.
That 's why you are getting defensive.
I am getting pissed . - I am not getting defensive.
Now, carla, you are getting defensive.
Saying it couldn't be helped, what are you getting defensive for?
Carla, you're getting defensive.
It was amazing. Mario: Britney's getting defensive.

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Examples of using Defensive
You get so defensive about your father
I want all units on advanced defensive perimeter
The defensive circle leaves no front to assault
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