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Ward Off Crossword Clue

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verb

• try to prevent; show opposition to

• turn away from by persuasion

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verb

• try to manage without help

• withstand the force of something

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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)

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New York Times20 Oct 2024 Down 9
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