repelling 1 of 2

present participle of repel
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repelling

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adjective

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of repelling
Adjective
Chechen media reported Wednesday that Russian forces were repelling drone attacks in the region. Rebecca Falconer, Axios, 30 Dec. 2024 But that decline can be understood as a pragmatic understanding of the difficulties of repelling an invading force. Anton Grushetskyi, Foreign Affairs, 30 Dec. 2024 The 22-year-old has been a rock in defence, repelling all-comers on the right side of the back three. Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024 In late August, Kyiv confirmed that an F-16 had crashed while repelling a Russian missile and drone attack. David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024 This storage bag did a great job repelling dirt and water, but the fabric around the zipper does absorb a small amount of moisture. Camryn Rabideau, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024 Erin Smith, whose husband Jeff Smith suffered a traumatic brain injury and a fracture while repelling the rioters, said Dana Bell, 66, contributed to her husband's attack. Scott MacFarlane, CBS News, 17 Oct. 2024 Bombarding leads with constant emails, pushy sales calls and generic mass messaging can make a company seem desperate, harming its reputation while simultaneously repelling prospects rather than attracting them. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024 This included evaluating features like breathability, arch support, traction, and water-repelling capabilities. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repelling
Verb
  • The result of a complex physical and chemical treatment process, the finish gets its name for its ceramic-like feel and matte finish while resisting scratches and scuffs.
    Brian Westover, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
  • He was arrested again in 2016, during his four-year probation term, for shoplifting from a local Walmart and resisting security and was sent back to prison.
    Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • He was arrested for assault, reckless endangerment and possession of a noxious chemical — bear repellent in a clear container adorned with a picture of a bear.
    Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 30 June 2025
  • The vector control district recommends using an insect repellent when doing outdoor activities to help prevent West Nile spread.
    Ethan Wolin, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2025
Verb
  • These kinds of stuck weather patterns that have intense interaction of opposing forces right next to each other are becoming more common in a changing climate.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2025
  • Hochman's office also filed a motion opposing the petition.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The durian fruit is famous for its strong aroma that many people find repulsive.
    Tom Downey, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
  • The word ‘repulsive’, again second language withstanding, is extremely jarring.
    Tim Spiers, New York Times, 13 June 2025
Adjective
  • How does this happen, no matter how revolting or nonsensical the trend can be?
    Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2022
  • These highly emotional sequences are less riveting and more revolting as they’re primarily used to add shock value, graphically depicting their triggering subject matter.
    Courtney Howard, Variety, 6 Oct. 2022
Adjective
  • After verbally attacking President Donald Trump and top White House aide Stephen Miller with vile and repugnant rhetoric, Moran secured a spot for himself as the poster child for the definition of a world-class hater.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
  • Readers got to climb into the doctor’s shoes—an experience that could be uncomfortable, at times repugnant, but undeniably eye-opening.
    Danielle Ofri, New Yorker, 7 June 2025

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“Repelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repelling. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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