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Meaning of 护短

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duǎn (Trad.: 護短)
to defend sb (a relative, friend or oneself) despite knowing that that person is in the wrong
Example Sentences
1
It does no good to a child to have his faults shielded by his mother.
2
If Fred didn't leave till five o'clock, he can't be home yet.
3
Instead of acting in the interest of justice, they provide the cover for each other to promote the self-interest of the ruling elite.
4
Only by doing so can it clear itself of shielding misconduct and rebuild its image of being impartial and credible.
5
西
Once there was a mother who adored and spoiled her son. When he was little, he would sometimes fight or steal, but she would defend him, saying, "He's still young and doesn't understand anything."