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defend (verb)

To protect someone or something from harm, attack, or criticism, often by taking action or speaking in their support. It also means to compete to maintain a title or position, especially in sports.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'DE-FEND-er' in soccer. Their job is to 'DE-FEND' the goal. The word 'fend' sounds like 'fence', which is som...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I need to defend my skin from the sun. → I need to protect my skin from the sun.

He defense his title very well. → He defends his title very well.

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