fight off
phrasal verb
fought off; fighting off; fights off
: to defend oneself against (someone or something) by fighting or struggling : to avoid being harmed or overcome by (someone or something) by fighting or struggling
They fought off the attack/attackers.
I'm trying to fight off a cold.
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Drinking Lots of Fluids Hydration is also essential to fighting off viral infections like COVID-19.
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Renee Nilan, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
However, your healthcare provider can evaluate certain labs to help determine if your body is fighting off an active infection.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 7 July 2024
Macron has been a strong supporter of the government of President Volodymyr Zelensky as Ukraine tries to fight off Russia’s full-scale invasion.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2024
Lavender oil smells great but also fights off germs effectively.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 5 July 2024
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Renee Nilan, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
However, your healthcare provider can evaluate certain labs to help determine if your body is fighting off an active infection.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 7 July 2024
Macron has been a strong supporter of the government of President Volodymyr Zelensky as Ukraine tries to fight off Russia’s full-scale invasion.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2024
Lavender oil smells great but also fights off germs effectively.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 5 July 2024
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“Fight off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fight%20off. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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