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The great warrior, Baji-Prabhu, held the enemy at bay but was killed in the end.

A. prevented the enemy from coming too near

B. did not allow the enemy to attack his position

C. launched a counter attack after initial success

D. retreated initially but launched a heavy attack afterwards

E. made the enemy to run away

Answer: Option A

held the enemy at bay: to hold off an enemy.

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