defecting

[US]/[dɪˈfektɪŋ]/
[UK]/[dɪˈfektɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To leave a political party or country, especially to join an opposing one.; To abandon or give up a belief, cause, or ideal.
adj.Having flaws or imperfections; faulty.
n.The act of defecting.

Phrases & Collocations

defecting players

defecting to rivals

defecting government

defecting agents

defecting from service

defecting nations

defecting employee

defecting members

defecting politician

defecting overseas

Example Sentences

the athlete was caught defecting to a rival team during the championship.

several scientists were defecting from the country due to political instability.

he risked everything by defecting to the other side of the conflict.

the spy was defecting with crucial intelligence about the operation.

after years of service, she decided on defecting to a new company.

the government accused him of defecting with state secrets.

many players are defecting to the more successful team for better opportunities.

the whistleblower was defecting with evidence of corporate fraud.

he faced severe consequences after being discovered defecting.

the constant pressure led to several employees defecting to competitors.

she considered defecting to a university with a stronger research program.

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