Begin and Quell

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Begin verb - To take the first step in (a process or course of action).

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Quell is an antonym for begin.

Nearby Word: beginning

Quell verb - To put a stop to (something) by the use of force.

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Begin is an antonym for quell in defeat topic.

Nearby Word: quelling

rampage	begin rampage	quell rampage
attack	begin attack	quell attack
time	begin time	quell time
invasion	begin invasion	quell invasion
Other words: rebellion, war, attacks.

Katniss and Peeta do not begin researching the past victors after the Quarter Quell is announced.

Source: Film / The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

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