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feminism (n)
feminist (n)
fen (n)
fence (n)
fence (v)
fencing (n)
fend for (v)
fend for yourself (v)
fend off (v)
fender (n)
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ferment (n)
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fend off (v)
Synonyms: keep away, repel, repulse, discourage, ward off, deflect, hold off, stave off, fight off, keep off, keep at bay, deter, resist

Antonym: welcome
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