1
as in to repulse
to drive back
the defenders repelled the attacking army after several hours of fierce fighting
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2
as in to disgust
to cause to feel disgust
the idea of chocolate-covered grasshoppers repels me
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3
as in to resist
to refuse to give in to
repelled the temptation to stay out late and call in sick the next day
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Recent Examples of repel
Polyester: Great at repelling water, polyester is durable and can hold heavy loads.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2025
Best of all, the scent of mint repels an assortment of watermelon pests, including flea beetles and aphids, and mint and watermelon pair beautifully together in recipes, like watermelon, feta, and mint salad.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
The front element features a fluorine coating to help repel dust and dirt, although that front element does feel vulnerable to damage.
—James Abbott, Space.com, 23 May 2025
Speaking with Russian state-run news agency Interfax, Ushakov said Putin shared details about Ukrainian attacks that Russia claims to have repelled ahead of Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9.
Newsweek has contacted Russia's Foreign Ministry for comment by email.
—Isabel Van Brugen, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2025
Best of all, the scent of mint repels an assortment of watermelon pests, including flea beetles and aphids, and mint and watermelon pair beautifully together in recipes, like watermelon, feta, and mint salad.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
The front element features a fluorine coating to help repel dust and dirt, although that front element does feel vulnerable to damage.
—James Abbott, Space.com, 23 May 2025
Speaking with Russian state-run news agency Interfax, Ushakov said Putin shared details about Ukrainian attacks that Russia claims to have repelled ahead of Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9.
Newsweek has contacted Russia's Foreign Ministry for comment by email.
—Isabel Van Brugen, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repel
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Other responses ranged from snacking on construction materials to being physically repulsed by a customer's name at work.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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But throughout the series, he became increasingly repulsed by these actions, which included enslaving thousands of women.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
27 May 2025
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We were disgusted by the ambience of this special occasion in our grandchildren’s lives.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
10 June 2025
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He was disgusted by George Wallace’s rancid demagoguery.—
The Editors,
National Review,
2 June 2025
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This is especially true for decentralized finance (DeFi), which, by its nature, resists traditional regulatory models.—
Irina Heaver,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Serkis, of course, can’t resist playing a couple of parts himself and takes on the affable Rooster and Farmer Jones.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
9 June 2025
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Koalas, on the other hand, are sickened by Chlamydia pecorum, Wildlife Health Australia says, which is the main cause of chlamydial infection and disease in the species.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
11 June 2025
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In a separate, pending lawsuit, people who were detained at the detention center alleged they were sickened by the company’s liberal use of a different disinfectant.—
Sharon Lerner,
ProPublica,
10 June 2025
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Mayor Lori Lightfoot more vocally opposed pension sweeteners during her term, including a last-ditch attempt to convince Pritzker to veto firefighter pension legislation that was projected to add between $18 million and $30 million to the city’s annual bill.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025
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At the time, Paul was opposing Trump’s nomination of Mike Pompeo, then the CIA director, for secretary of state.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
12 June 2025
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These flags are meticulously handcrafted in the USA using durable, high-quality materials to withstand harsh weather.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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It is crafted from 100 percent fir wood that’s durable enough to withstand everything from cat scratches to wind gusts.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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“Repel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repel. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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