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