Words similar to fending

Example sentences for: fending

How can you use “fending” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

Although he's been busy fending off an ethics investigation and tending to his investment bank's business, he's still solidly in the loop, and will probably find a way in.
The immune system has a remarkable capacity for fending off infectious diseases, and it has become clear that these same defenses can recognize and destroy cancer cells.
Fending off rival Airbus Industrie, the Seattle company will invest $3 billion either to build a 550-seat version of its 747 or to start from scratch on something even bigger and more uncomfortable.
Soon, Starling was conscripted into following the couple on their walks through Washington's Rock Creek Park (for more details, click ) and fending off reporters.
Not so, Brock assures us, gallantly fending off the rogues.