Answer:

defend

Answer	Crossword Clue
DEFEND	Stick up for
DEFEND	Take measures to repel an attack
DEFEND	Stand up for

DEFEND	Do a goalkeeper's job
DEFEND	Try to keep, as a title
DEFEND	Answer the critics of
DEFEND	Fight for
DEFEND	Guard
DEFEND	Represent in court
DEFEND	Keep safe
DEFEND	Presidential oath verb

DEFEND	Play safety
DEFEND	Uphold.
DEFEND	Protect.
DEFEND	Shield.
DEFEND	Stand up for.
DEFEND	Justify.
DEFEND	Shield
DEFEND	Protect

DEFEND	Endure a siege
DEFEND	Go to bat for
DEFEND	Hold the fort, say
DEFEND	Attempt to justify
DEFEND	Make a case for
DEFEND	Protect against the other team scoring