Fend For (Verb)
Meaning
Argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- He will undoubtedly have to fend for his family as the principal breadwinner now that his wife is unable to work.
- The team's captain will have to fend for his teammates when their behavior is questioned by the coach.
- She strongly fends for her academic record despite the unfair accusations from her former classmates.
- The politician is expected to fend for the controversial new policy during tonight's televised debate.
- As the eldest sibling, she felt compelled to fend for her younger brother's right to attend the event.