| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| FENDS | Manages, as for oneself |
| FENDS | Manages (for oneself) |
| FEND | Provide, as for oneself |
| STEELS | Prepares (oneself), as for combat |
| STEELS | Prepares (oneself), as for a shock |
| BRACE | Prepare (oneself), as for a jolt |
| STEELED | Braced (oneself), as for a challenge |
| BRACED | Got (oneself) ready, as for a shock |
