Deselect and Embrace

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Deselect verb - To show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to.

Usage example: he'll deselect any plan that doesn't put him in total control

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Embrace is an antonym for deselect.

Nearby Words: deselecting, deselection

Embrace verb - To put one's arms around and press tightly.

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Deselect is an antonym for embrace.

Nearby Words: embraced, embracing

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