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defended

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﹒Resisted an attack or protected from harm or danger.

﹒Upheld or justified an argument, position, or claim against opposition.

Examples

﹒The lawyer successfully defended his client in court.

﹒The soldiers defended the fortress against the invading army.

﹒She defended her decision to quit the job despite the criticism.

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