"Defensive action" refers to taking a measure or responding to a situation in order to protect or defend oneself or something/someone else from harm or danger. Full definition
The player has created 23 chances for his teammates and averages at least two defensive actions per match, committing one defensive error so far this season. (mufclatest.com)
Individual attempts at market - timing rarely end well, so here is our attempt to present a reasonable framework for those considering taking defensive action. (soundmindinvesting.com)
Last season, the Portuguese international was 8th in the league for the amount of defensive actions. (caughtoffside.com)