UNSELLS Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

unsells

verb

present tense third-person singular of unsell

as in discourages

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This discourages foraging wasps and yellowjackets from being attracted to these areas, says Gordon.

— Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 29 July 2026
Another person may rarely drink because their culture discourages alcohol altogether.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of discourages

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This variation may occur because citric acid inhibits bubble coalescence, similar to the additives in Diet Coke.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Aug. 2026
Such dominance makes the league less attractive and, in turn, arguably inhibits international growth.

— Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 27 July 2026

Definition of inhibits

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Whether their internal strength at the position dissuades them from allocating money to Abrams remains to be seen.

— Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 25 July 2026
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

Definition of dissuades

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Worthington and Oborski see the program as both a formidable response during an active incident and a preventative measure that deters potential school shooters from attacking in the first place.

— Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026
Now, with one-year mercenary players plus rapid roster turnover, the first game deters even the most addicted sports gambler.

— Mac Engel July 28, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026

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