The term 'FIGHT FOR' can be defined by four crossword solutions: DEFEND (6 letters), CHAMPION (8 letters), VIE (3 letters), and STRIVE (6 letters). To DEFEND is to protect or guard something from harm or danger. To CHAMPION is to publicly support or advocate for a cause or person. To VIE is to compete or STRIVE for superiority or victory. To STRIVE is to make great efforts to achieve a goal. All of these words imply that one is actively working towards a cause or goal, and are often used in the context of social justice and civil rights.