3
covers(noun, verb, defenses, defends)
3
crutches
3
defends(verb, defends)
3
encourages(verb, aids)
3
establishes(verb, orders, evinces)
3
favors(verb, assists)
3
favours
3
fends(verb, defends)
3
fortifies(verb, strengthens)
3
frames(noun, verb, orders)
3
funds(noun, verb, aids)
3
harbors(noun, defenses)
3
opposes(verb, defends)
3
protections(noun, returns, breaks, defenses, strongholds)
3
protects(verb, defends)
3
reinforces(verb, strengthens)
3
relieves(verb, aids)
3
replies(noun, verb, defenses, defends)
3
resists(verb, defends)
3
retorts(noun, verb, defenses, defends)
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