Combat and Repel

Combat

Combat verb - To oppose (someone) in physical conflict.

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Repel and combat are semantically related. in fight topic. In some cases you can use "Repel" instead a verb "Combat".

Repel verb - To refuse to give in to.

Usage example: repelled the temptation to stay out late and call in sick the next day

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Combat and repel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Combat" instead a verb "Repel".

Nearby Words: repelled, repelling

evil	combat evil	repel evil
invasion	combat invasion	repel invasion
spirits	combat spirits	repel spirits
enemy	combat enemy	repel enemy
Other words: enemies, creatures, allies, aliens, hordes.

When engaged in combat, the player must then use the weapons to repel the approaching enemies and defend their city.

Source: Video Game / Aegis Of Earth Protonovus Assault
Michelle receives one through a car radio at the end of the film, calling for both medical and combat aid to Houston, which is still trying to repel an alien attack.

Source: Film / 10 Cloverfield Lane
They have, however, been forced to repel invaders on countless occasions, so they're not averse to combat; their race has produced some of Tamriel's finest archers, and if in dire straits, they have the power to unleash the nightmarish beasts of The Wild Hunt against their foes.

Source: Martial Pacifist

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