defensively

defensively
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. de forma defensiva
The party acted defensively to protect their leader.El partido actuó de forma defensiva para proteger a su líder.
b. en tono defensivo
"It wasn't my fault," Anthony said defensively."No fue culpa mía", dijo Anthony en tono defensivo.
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