| Main Entry: |
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| Part of Speech: |
verb |
| Definition: |
present a defense |
| Synonyms: |
adduce,
advocate,
allege, answer charges,
argue,
assert, avouch,
cite, cop a plea,
declare, give evidence,
maintain, plea bargain,
present, put forward,
respond, use as excuse, vouch
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| Antonyms: |
decide, punish, sentence
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