fend
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The union said concessions workers could walk off the job any time, leaving hungry fans to fend for themselves.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
The workload increased dramatically after the war began when commanders rushed additional counterdrone systems to the Middle East to fend off Iranian attacks, Schiff said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has championed the use of advanced technology to fend off Russian attacks, including launching the Defense AI Center A1.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
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
A prince hadn't a cockeyed notion how to fend for himself.
From "The Whipping Boy" by Sid Fleischman
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