Impinge and Nudge

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

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Nudge is an antonym for impinge.

Nearby Words: impingement, impinging

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

Usage example: accidentally nudged me as they squeezed past

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Impinge is an antonym for nudge.

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