Block and Discourage

Block

Block verb - To close up so that no empty spaces remain.

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Discourage and block are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Discourage" instead a verb "Block".

Discourage verb - To lessen the courage or confidence of.

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Block and discourage are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Block" instead a verb "Discourage".

people	block people	discourage people
someone	block someone	discourage someone
attacks	block attacks	discourage attacks
players	block players	discourage players
Other words: opponents, attempts.

The magic doesn't block entry at all, but the Underground only has two physical entrances, and local legends strongly discourage anyone from approaching.

Source: Closed Circle

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