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Repel

/rɪˈpɛl/verb
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Repel means to drive back or resist the approach of something through force or aversion, often implying a defensive action. In scientific contexts, it describes how like charges or poles push each other away, while in everyday scenarios, it can involve warding off pests or unwanted ideas with clever strategies.

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