Resist and Repulse

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Resist

Resist verb - To refuse to give in to.
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Repulse is a synonym for resist in action topic. In some cases you can use "Repulse" instead a verb "Resist".
Nearby Words: resistance, resistant, resisted, resisting, resistive

Repulse

Repulse verb - To drive back.
Usage example: the defense repeatedly repulsed all of the offense's attempts to move the ball forward, keeping them firmly planted on the 20-yard line
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Resist is a synonym for repulse in action topic. Sometimes you can use "Resist" instead a verb "Repulse", if it concerns topics such as push away.
Nearby Words: repulsive, repulsed, repulsion, repulsing

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attempt resist attempt repulse attempt
beast resist beast repulse beast
invasion resist invasion repulse invasion
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