ward off a blow

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To prevent a physical attack from hitting you.

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He quickly raised his arm to ward off the incoming blow.
She tried to ward off the blow with her forearm, but it was too strong.
A skilled fighter can often ward off a punch or a blow with ease.
The knight's shield was essential for him to ward off enemy blows.
It's crucial to react fast if you want to ward off a sudden blow.
He wasn't quick enough to ward off the unexpected blow.
With a swift movement, she managed to ward off the direct blow.
Martial arts training teaches you techniques to ward off physical blows.
The referee intervened just in time to ward off a potential illegal blow.
If you don't learn to ward off a blow, you might get seriously hurt.