Bristle and Strangle

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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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Strangle is an antonym for bristle.

Nearby Words: bristly, bristling, bristled

Strangle verb - To be or cause to be killed by lack of breathable air.

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Bristle is an antonym for strangle.

Nearby Words: strangling, stranglehold

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