| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| FENDS | ... for oneself (gets along without help) |
| FENDS | ... for oneself (gets by without help) |
| fending | Look after and provide for oneself, without any help from others |
| fends | try to get along without help shift had to fend for themselves |
| fended | try to get along without help shift had to fend for themselves |
| helpless | Unable to defend oneself or to act without help |
