Block and Reduce

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

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

Reduce verb - To bring to a lower grade or rank.

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Block and reduce are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Block" instead a verb "Reduce".

Nearby Words: reduced, reduction, reducing, reducible

ability	block ability	reduce ability
power	block power	reduce power
attack	block attack	reduce attack
people	block people	reduce people
Other words: effect, time, effects, pain, attacks, powers.

In some cases, the Defend Command can block or reduce knockback even if it doesn't reduce the damage taken.

Source: Knockback Evasion
Rogue Galaxy's Defend command was very much similar to Dark Cloud 2 (block or reduce incoming damage, prevent knockdown, pick up and throw enemies).

Source: Defend Command
Paladins in Fantasy Life can use their shield to greatly reduce or block damage for a cost in stamina.

Source: Luckily, My Shield Will Protect Me

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