fend
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Reaves’ game-high scoring effort wasn’t enough to fend off the relentless defending champions that had six players score in double figures, including three with 20 or more points.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
Hours later, travelers looking to go on vacation or head home had to fend for themselves to find other flights.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
Annual sales growth has decelerated over the past five years through 2025, and is expected to slow further this year, leaving it less room to fend off threats like X Money.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
But with consumers watching every penny, it’s been forced to spend extra money to fend off private-label and other competitors.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
He had saved the life of the King, whereupon Bull Sparra had vowed to care for her and her daughter: but he had instantly forgotten his promises, leaving the pair to fend for themselves.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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