UNSELL Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

unsell

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Definition of unsell

as in to deter

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Dozens of artists including Billie Eilish, Hozier and Noah Kahan have since used it to enable fan-to-fan trading while deterring scalpers.

— Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026
It’s caged in by the lantern’s design, which deters squirrels and also creates less of a mess.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026

Definition of deter

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Many gardeners buy praying mantis egg cases (oothecae) from garden nurseries, but this practice is discouraged for two reasons.

— Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2026
Applying a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch, such as straw or leaf mulch, will discourage weeds in garden beds, says Langelo.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026

Definition of discourage

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Still, with the new lottery system that dissuades (if not eliminates) tanking, the gimmes seem to be gone in the East.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026
Ongoing uncertainty about the situation in Lebanon and fears of a new escalation have dissuaded many would-be pet owners from adopting, but some of Hamza's dogs have found new homes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026

Definition of dissuade

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However, Luna’s close proximity with Chiron in Taurus can also reveal where our attachment to safety and comfort has essentially inhibited us from our own potential.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
After a fire, heavy metal particles can spread through ash and smoke over gardens and inhibit growth, said Olukayode Jegede, an agricultural toxicologist and assistant professor at UC Davis.

— Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

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