fend off Synonyms

avert stave off head off deflect obviate ward off avoid repel hold off keep off withstand thwart repulse stop resist shield drive away keep at a distance hold at bay hold one's ground against fight against push away stand up to keep at arm's length fight off face up to force back beat back reject rebut rebuff fight face dodge deter defy defend debar curb confront brave foil forefend forestall protect prevent parry overcome obstruct keep