Bristle and Swallow

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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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Swallow is an antonym for bristle.

Nearby Words: bristly, bristling, bristled

Swallow verb - To take into the stomach through the mouth and throat.

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Bristle is an antonym for swallow.

Nearby Words: swallowed, swallowing

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