31 entries under defends topic. ×

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returns(noun, verb, feelings, defenses)
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answers(noun, verb, defenses)
3
barricades(noun, verb, defenses)
3
buffers(noun, verb, defenses)
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counterattacks(noun, verb, defenses)
3
covers(noun, verb, defenses)
3
guards(noun, verb, defenses)
3
replies(noun, verb, defenses)
3
retorts(noun, verb, defenses)
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safeguards(noun, verb, defenses)
3
screens(noun, verb, defenses)
3
shelters(noun, verb, defenses)
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shields(noun, verb, defenses)
3
supports(noun, verb, defenses)
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opposes
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argues
1
averts
1
bars
1
counters
1
defends
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