seem defensive

Examples (10)

• He always seems defensive when you ask about his work.
• She seemed overly defensive during the interview, which raised some red flags.
• Why does he seem so defensive? I was only trying to help.
• If you question his methods, he will immediately seem defensive.
• The politician seemed a little defensive when questioned about the new policy.
• Constantly seeming defensive can make it difficult for people to trust you.
• The team seemed defensive about their project's slow progress.
• Lately, you've seemed very defensive about your personal life.
• His tendency to seem defensive alienated his colleagues.
• Without making eye contact, the witness seemed fiercely defensive on the stand.