Rivet and Reject

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Rivet verb - To fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective.

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Reject is an antonym for rivet in topics: captivate, draw in, occupy complete attention.

Nearby Words: riveted, riveting, riveter

Reject verb - To be unwilling to grant.

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Rivet is an antonym for reject.

Nearby Words: rejected, rejection, rejecting, rejector, rejecter

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