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UK//aɪ hæv ˈəʊnli ˈɛvər dɪˈfɛndɪd juː//US//aɪ hæv ˈoʊnli ˈɛvɚ dɪˈfɛndəd ju//

Meaning of I have only ever defended you

I have provided support or protection for you in the past.

In simple words: I have always protected you.

I have only ever defended you in a sentence

  • No matter what happened, I have only ever defended you.
  • In every argument, I have only ever defended you against those critics.
  • When others doubted you, I have only ever defended you.
  • All my actions show that I have only ever defended you, no one else.
  • Even when it was difficult, I have only ever defended you without question.

How to use I have only ever defended you

This phrase is often used when someone feels they have continuously supported or stood up for someone else. It may not be appropriate in formal written contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of being a knight defending a castle – you've always been there for them.

Related words

Collocations with I have only ever defended you

  • always defended
  • only defended
  • defended you against
  • defended your honor
  • defended your reputation

Synonyms for I have only ever defended you

  • supported
  • protected
  • justified
  • championed
  • upheld

Common mistakes with I have only ever defended you

  • Confused with 'defend' vs 'defence'.
  • Incorrect use of 'only' leading to misinterpretation.
  • Using 'defend' in passive voice incorrectly.

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Frequently asked questions about I have only ever defended you

What does I have only ever defended you mean?

I have always protected you.

What is the definition of I have only ever defended you?

I have provided support or protection for you in the past.

How do you use I have only ever defended you in a sentence?

No matter what happened, I have only ever defended you.

Can you give another example of I have only ever defended you?

In every argument, I have only ever defended you against those critics.

What are synonyms for I have only ever defended you?

Common alternatives include supported, protected, justified, championed, upheld.

What words go with I have only ever defended you?

It commonly pairs with always defended, only defended, defended you against, defended your honor, defended your reputation.

What are common mistakes when using I have only ever defended you?

Confused with 'defend' vs 'defence'. Incorrect use of 'only' leading to misinterpretation. Using 'defend' in passive voice incorrectly.

How do you pronounce I have only ever defended you?

US: //aɪ hæv ˈoʊnli ˈɛvɚ dɪˈfɛndəd ju//, UK: //aɪ hæv ˈəʊnli ˈɛvər dɪˈfɛndɪd juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I have only ever defended you?

This phrase is often used when someone feels they have continuously supported or stood up for someone else. It may not be appropriate in formal written contexts.