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as in to ward (off)
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deter
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Growing mint near more vulnerable crops can naturally prevent slug damage and deter rabbits and deer as well.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2026 -
Some tube feeders are weight-sensitive to deter larger birds and squirrels.—
Abby Fribush,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
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“Check (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/check%20%28off%29. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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