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argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike" be on the defensive; act against an attack protect against a challenge or attack; "Hold that position behind the trees!"; "Hold the bridge against the enemy''s attacks" be the defense counsel for someone in a trial; "Ms. Smith will represent the defendant" state or assert; "He maintained his innocence" protect or fight for as a champion fight against or resist strongly; "The senator said he would oppose the bill"; "Don''t fight it!" |
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