Fend off

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verb

To prevent something unpleasant from affecting you, or to stop someone from attacking you.

She managed to fend off her attacker by kicking him in the stomach.
Visual representation of "fend off" - To prevent something unpleasant from affecting you, or to stop someone from attacking you

Often appears as...

  • fend off an attack
  • fend off a disease
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Physical Defense

Use 'fend off' when you physically push away danger or attacks.

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The boxer trained to fend off blows quickly.
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Mental Resilience

It can mean staying strong against negative thoughts or influences.

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He fended off the temptation to give up.
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Emotional Distance

Sometimes, it's about keeping yourself removed from emotional harm.

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She had to fend off feelings of loneliness.
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