Catch and Repel

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Catch verb - To take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly.

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Repel is an antonym for catch in engage topic.

Nearby Words: catchy, catching, catcher

Repel verb - To drive back.

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Catch is an antonym for repel.

Nearby Words: repelled, repelling

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