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verb • try to prevent; show opposition to • turn away from by persuasion | ||||||||
| 44% | 10 | Prevent | ||||||
verb • try to prevent; show opposition to • deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged • advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior | ||||||||
| 38% | 13 | Factors that discourage or discourage action | ||||||
noun • a negative motivational influence | ||||||||
Discourage Prevent Crossword Clue
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Updated: October 15, 2023
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