The network broadcast the interview in defiance of the president's demand to pull it off the air.
The network made a conscious, brave choice to air the footage anyway, showing they won't be intimidated by political authority.
Prepositional phrase: in defiance of Trump’s demand
Vibe: Action and interpersonal dynamics
Openly and boldly refusing to obey a direct order or request, often to show resistance or disagreement.
The governor kept the local policy in place in defiance of Trump's demand.
You picture someone standing firm with folded arms, looking directly at a powerful leader who just gave a strict order, and doing the exact opposite right in front of them.
Real-life examples
In defiance of Trump’s demand for a complete shutdown, local officials allowed businesses to remain open.
This highlights an active political clash where local authorities deliberately broke ranks with the central command.
Synonyms
Contrast & nuance
Unlike simply 'ignoring' or 'disregarding' a rule, doing something 'in defiance of' carries a strong emotional charge. It implies a deliberate, brave, or confrontational act intended to show that you do not recognize the authority giving the order.