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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 | ||||||||
Prevent Or Discourage Crossword Clue
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DETER which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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DETER
Updated: October 10, 2023
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| New York Times01 Feb 1978 | Across 59 | |
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