Meaning of the word "run interference" in English

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run interference

US /rʌn ˌɪntərˈfɪrəns/
UK /rʌn ˌɪntərˈfɪrəns/
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Idiom

1.

to help someone by dealing with problems or obstacles for them, often by distracting or blocking others

Example:
I'll run interference for you while you prepare your presentation.
The manager asked his assistant to run interference with the difficult client.
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