an accusation that you are responsible for some lapse or misdeed
harass with constant criticism
a reproach for some lapse or misdeed
put or pin the blame on
attribute responsibility to
expletives used informally as intensifiers
argue or speak in defense of
state or assert
protect against a challenge or attack
be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
protect or fight for as a champion
fight against or resist strongly
be on the defensive; act against an attack
