The Clue
Stand up for (6 letter answer)
The Answer
DEFEND
Tags
Notes
The answer DEFEND is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1600 puzzles.
Related Clues
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Shield
Endure a siege
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Stick up for
Hold the fort, say
Definition
DEFEND as a verb:
1. (defend, support, fend for) = argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike"
2. be on the defensive; act against an attack
3. (defend, guard, hold) = protect against a challenge or attack; "Hold that position behind the trees!"; "Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks"
4. (fight, oppose, fight back, fight down, defend) = fight against or resist strongly; "The senator said he would oppose the bill"; "Don't fight it!"
5. (champion, defend) = protect or fight for as a champion
6. (defend, represent) = be the defense counsel for someone in a trial; "Ms. Smith will represent the defendant"
7. (maintain, defend) = state or assert; "He maintained his innocence"