NYT Fend (off) (4) Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from September 09, 2024
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Updated Sep 09, 2024
Fend (off) (4) NYT Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to Fend (off) (4) NYT for the September 09, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 5 letters. Start with S and end with E, and the possible solutions are SABRE, SABLE, STAVE.
The answer is STAVE.
The crossword clue "Fend (off)" with the answer "STAVE" refers to the use of the word "stave" in the context of preventing or warding off something. In its verb form, "stave" means to avert or keep something at bay. This usage is derived from the old English meaning of the word, which originally referred to the act of pushing something away or defending oneself from it.
For example, you might use the phrase "stave off danger" to describe the action of protecting yourself from imminent threat. This definition aligns well with the crossword clue, as "stave" effectively captures the idea of fending off or repelling an unwanted situation.
This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on September 09, 2024. You can also get all other NYT's Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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