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fended

/ˈfɛndɪd/

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verb

Für sich selbst sorgen, sich kümmern

To take care of oneself; to take responsibility for one's own well-being.

Examples :

"After the accident, Sarah fended for herself until her parents could arrive. "

Nach dem Unfall kümmerte sich Sarah selbst, bis ihre Eltern kamen.

action ability human being

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verb

Abwehren, verteidigen, schützen

(except as "fend for oneself") To defend, to take care of (typically construed with for); to block or push away (typically construed with off).

Examples :

"The knight fended off the dragon's fiery breath with his shield. "

Der Ritter wehrte den feurigen Atem des Drachen mit seinem Schild ab.

action military war