Averting and Opposing

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Averting noun - The act or practice of keeping something from happening.

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Opposing and averting are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Opposing" instead an adjective "Averting".

Nearby Words: avert, averted, avertable

Opposing adjective - Characterized by active hostility.

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Averting and opposing are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Averting" instead an adjective "Opposing".

Nearby Words: oppose, opposition, opposed

Thankfully, the sequel Bravely Second does a much better job averting this, as the protagonists often ask why the antagonists are opposing them, while the antagonists are more willing to explain their motives.

Source: Poor Communication Kills / Video Games

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