to my defense vs in my defense

Both 'to my defense' and 'in my defense' are commonly used phrases, but 'in my defense' is the correct and more widely accepted version. 'In my defense' is used to explain or justify one's actions or behavior, while 'to my defense' is not a standard English phrase.

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'To my defense' is not a standard English phrase.

"to my defense"

'To my defense' is not a correct phrase in English. The correct phrase to use in this context is 'in my defense.'

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Sharon, I appreciate you leaping to my defense, but I've already forgiven Heather for her shocking lapse of judgment.
And lastly, I'd like to thank all of you out there who have come to my defense recently.
Question goes to state of mind, Your Honor, which is key to my defense.
I have no doubt that many supporters will rally to my defense.
In particular, I had an obligation to disclose arguments or issues that I would raise at trial other than those relating to my defense against the assault charge itself.
You understand why I wouldn't have anyone rushing to my defense.
You think our daughter will leap to my defense like that one day?
Speaking of which, you could have come to my defense just a little when she was quizzing me back there.
It's key to my defense, your Honor.
In a manner that is helpful to my defense.
You contributed to my defense fund.
The most refined, professional, ladylike doctor in this hospital came to my defense tonight.
And no one leapt to my defense, may I just add.
And you should have jumped to my defense sooner than you did.
Harsh words were exchanged, and Mr. Nugent came to my defense.
It's key to my defense, Your Honor.
Thanks for coming to my defense today in the office.
In particular, I had an obligation to disclose arguments or issues that I would raise at trial other than those relating to my defense against the assault charge itself.
Would you like to contribute to my defense fund?
You think our daughter will leap to my defense like that one day?

'In my defense' is the correct and widely accepted phrase in English.

"in my defense"

'In my defense' is used to explain or justify one's actions or behavior. It is a common phrase used in discussions or arguments to provide a reason for one's actions.

Examples:

In my defense, I was not aware of the situation.
She said, 'In my defense, I had no other choice.'
In my defense, I was acting in the best interest of everyone involved.

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Your Honor, in my defense - Quiet.
All right, in my defense...
But in my defense, it seemed like something I would be good at.
Okay, in my defense, she's got daddy issues.
But in my defense, it was not without reason.
It's an ongoing investigation, and in my defense, I had reasonable suspicion for all of those cardboard people that I shot.
And in my defense, she did murder someone.
And in my defense, I feel terrible about it.
But in my defense, you seem quite harmless.
Ex-husband and in my defense they're mostly his issues.
But in my defense you're the Devil.
And in my defense, you really didn't know mE.
Again, in my defense, I would describe the deceased as slender.
But in my defense, I had been drinking.
Therefore, I would not want to use character witnesses in my defense.
And in my defense, I feel terrible about it.
And in my defense, it was a Wendy's.
Look, in my defense, I just ate a gallon jug of free coleslaw.
I realize that may sound harsh, but in my defense, a lot of them were drunk too.
But in my defense, the last time I had a boyfriend, I was a teenager.

Alternatives:

in defense of myself
to defend myself
for my defense
as a defense
as a justification

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