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___ Off Parries Crossword Clue

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99%5Exact Match!
verb

• try to manage without help

• withstand the force of something

38%7 Fights off an attack
noun

• (fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword

• a return punch (especially by a boxer)

verb

• impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)

• avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

34%10 Catches and parries shots to prevent goals
noun

• the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal

• the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring

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