Desist and Shun

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Desist verb - Choose not to consume.

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Shun and desist are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shun" instead a verb "Desist".

Nearby Words: desisted, desisting

Shun verb - To get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery.

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Desist and shun are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Desist" instead a verb "Shun".

Nearby Word: shunned

desist activities

shun activities

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