Graze and Impinge

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Graze verb - To pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing.

Usage example: the volleyball just grazed my face, so I'm okay

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Impinge is an antonym for graze.

Impinge verb - To come into usually forceful contact with something.

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Graze is an antonym for impinge.

Nearby Words: impingement, impinging

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