Give up
Give up verb - To give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress.
Protecting is an antonym for give up.
Protecting
Protecting adjective - Shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort.
Both terms in one sentence
- Scully was with a soldier she was protecting but Pendrell didn't give up and bought drinks for himself, Scully and the soldier as well.
Source: Interrupted Declaration of Love -
When faced with the other Asgardians, Bill refused to give up Mjolnir because it would be immensely helpful in protecting his people.
Source: Comic Book / Beta Ray Bill -
Despite this, he vows to fight for the Clans until long after the day he dies, will never give up on saving anyone, and devotes his whole life to protecting his Clan.
Source: Knight in Sour Armor
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