Defend against and Repel

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Repel and defend against are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Repel" instead a verb "Defend against".

Repel verb - To drive back.

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Defend against and repel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defend against" instead a verb "Repel".

Nearby Words: repelled, repelling

Naturally, they're hard to defend against, and Kirit's ability to repel them is why the Singers are so keen to force her join up.

Source: Literature / Updraft
Other drones can defend against incoming fire, especially missiles, repair damaged systems, repair your ship's hull, repel boarders, or be sent over to board the enemy.

Source: Video Game / FTL: Faster Than Light
Naturally, they're hard to defend against, and the protagonist's ability to repel them is why the Singers are so keen to force her join up.

Source: Invisible Monsters

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