| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| STAVING | Fending (off) |
| WHACKAMOLE | Computer term, based on an arcade game, regarding the annoyance of fending off recurring spammers |
| boathooks | A long pole with a hook and a spike at one end, used for fending off or pulling a boat |
| WARDING | Fending. |
