Speak or act in support of. "In case of bullying you need to defend your brother"

Become ill "I think I have got flue"

have health, energy for "I'm so tired that I don't even want to go to the party anymore"

Compensate : "She compensated for being rude to me yesterday by inviting me out for coffee.

Suceed in reaching some level of learning that you did not have before: "I am finally up to date with History. I wasn't able to study for months"

To be the deciding factor: "At the end of the day, it's money what it matters"

Move as fast as someone else "You need to be as fast as as in the race or you will not reach the end"

Be ready for something that might cause you harm "Be careful of pickpockets. They always operate in that area"

Escape blame, punishment, or undesirable consequences for (an act that is wrong or mistaken): "She was not charged by the crime. She always _____ _______ _______ everything wrong she does!

To be consistent or agree with, to be similar to other idea: "His story match to the facts as we know them"

to act as a substitute "I occupied his role in the firm while he was away"

Resort, rely on "Whenever I am in trouble, I know that I can always rely on on my friends and family"