Bristle and Choke

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Bristle verb - To express one's anger usually violently.

Usage example: the man bristled at the accusation, and threatened to file a lawsuit

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Choke is an antonym for bristle.

Nearby Words: bristly, bristling, bristled

Choke verb - To keep (someone) from breathing by exerting pressure on the windpipe.

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Bristle is an antonym for choke.

Nearby Words: choked, choking, choky, choker

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