The Clue
Go up against (4 letter answer)
The Answer
DEFY
Tags
Notes
The answer DEFY is uncommon, appearing about once every 575 puzzles.
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Definition
DEFY as a verb:
1. (defy, withstand, hold, hold up) = resist or confront with resistance; "The politician defied public opinion"; "The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear"; "The bridge held"
2. (defy, resist, refuse) = elude, especially in a baffling way; "This behavior defies explanation"
3. (defy, dare) = challenge; "I dare you!"