Despite the swarm of reporters, she spent the afternoon fending off intrusive questions and protecting her privacy.

She spotted her fend across the crowded market and tightened her grip on the basket.

When she lost her job, she learned to fend for herself by taking on freelance work and cutting expenses.

After the harvest, his fend allowed him to live independently through the harsh winter.

She fends off awkward questions during interviews with a quick, humorous remark.

He fended the blow with his arm during the fight.

Fending off persistent questions, the candidate smiled and steered the conversation back to policy.

Fending for oneself in a new city requires courage and practical skills.

The goalkeeper fended off the striker's final shot with a miraculous save, securing the win for his team.

After his parents moved abroad, he had to fend for himself.