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(v)
defend
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support
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fend for
argue or speak in defense of
“She supported the motion to strike”
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(v)
defend
be on the defensive; act against an attack
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(v)
defend
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guard
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hold
protect against a challenge or attack
“Hold that position behind the trees!”
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“Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks”
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(v)
fight
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oppose
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fight back
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fight down
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defend
fight against or resist strongly
“The senator said he would oppose the bill”
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“Don't fight it!”
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(v)
champion
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defend
protect or fight for as a champion
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(v)
defend
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represent
be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
“Ms. Smith will represent the defendant”
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(v)
maintain
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defend
state or assert
“He maintained his innocence”
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