When Jade's colleague pointed out to her that she was running late for a meeting, Jade responded: "Well, unlike you, I don't have much free time. I am up to my neck buried in work!" Jade is using _____ as a defensive reaction.

Defensive Reaction

A protective response to perceived threats or criticism.

Meeting

A gathering of two or more people convened for the purpose of achieving a common goal through discussion, sharing information, or making decisions.

Work

An activity involving mental or physical effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result, often associated with a profession or occupation.