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(Entry 1 of 2)

as in deterrence, discouragement

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dissuading

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present participle of dissuade

Synonyms & Antonyms of dissuading (Entry 2 of 2)

to steer (a person) from an activity or course of action
  • tried to dissuade her from her intention to drop out of college

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“Dissuading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissuading. Accessed 30 Nov. 2021.

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