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to fend for
[phrase form: fend]
01
to take care of oneself, especially in a challenging or difficult situation, without the help or support of others
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
action verb
regular
inseparable
particle
for
base verb
fend
present tense
fend for
3rd person singular
fends for
present participle
fending for
past simple
fended for
past participle
fended for
Examples
After moving to a new city, she had to fend for herself and learn to navigate the challenges.
02
to support or protect someone, particularly in arguments
Examples
In the meeting, I had to fend for my colleague when others questioned her decisions.
