fend for

Thân thiện

She had to fend for herself in the big city.

Definition

Verb: * To argue or speak in support of someone or something; to defend or champion a person, cause, or idea.

Usage

The verb "fend for" is used to describe the act of actively supporting or defending someone or something, often verbally. It implies taking a stand and making arguments on their behalf. It is a transitive verb and requires an object (the person or thing being defended).

Examples

• As her mentor, he always fended for her during management meetings.
• The lawyer's job is to fend for her client's interests.
• He passionately fended for the proposed changes to the environmental policy.

Advanced Usage

• The phrase can sometimes imply defending against criticism or opposition. The object of defense is always stated or clearly implied.
  • Despite the controversy, the senator continued to fend for the new legislation.

Variants and Related Words

• Fend (verb): To look after and provide for oneself. This is a separate and more common usage than "fend for."
  • The young deer had to learn to fend for itself.
• Fender (noun): A guard or cushion against impact (e.g., on a car or a fireplace).

Synonyms

• Defend
• Champion
• Support
• Stand up for
• Advocate for

Related Phrases

• Fend for oneself: This is a fixed idiom meaning to look after oneself without help from others. It is distinct from the verb "fend for" + an object.
  • When he moved out, he had to learn to fend for himself.

Học thuật

Verb

1. argue or speak in defense of
   • She supported the motion to strike

Từ đồng nghĩa

• defend
• support