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Forfend

usgb/fɔːrˈfend/Volume
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Used mainly in books or poems, not in casual conversation. SlideIn epic tales, heroes often ask deities to 'forfend' their fate.
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Think of 'forfend' as a historical way of saying 'protect'. SlideAncient prayers would include a plea to 'forfend' from harm.
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Shows a strong wish to prevent something serious or bad. SlideLet us 'forfend' the outbreak of another war.