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The Clue
Fended (off) (6 letter answer)
The Answer
WARDED
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Notes
The answer WARDED is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
WARD as a verb:
1. (guard, ward) = watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect; "guard my possessions while I'm away"