In fencing, a call to adopt a defensive stance in readiness for an attack or bout
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The clue “In fencing, a call to adopt a defensive stance in readiness for an attack or bout” has appeared 2 times in our database with 1 different answers, so count the squares in your grid and check the crossings before you commit. Most recently it ran in the The Independent crossword on July 25, 2026, where the answer was ENGARDE.
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