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Answer: WARDS
WARDS is a New York Times Crossword puzzle answer that we have spotted 11 times.
Meaning
Wards, in this context, refers to protecting or guarding against something or someone. In relation to the clue "Fends (off)", it means to defend or protect oneself from an attack or danger.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Fends (off). Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.
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