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putting down

VERB
write into record
Synonyms
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set down write down
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enter inscribe jot down log record take down transcribe
Antonyms
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boost build up compliment erase extract flatter praise
VERB
subdue
Synonyms
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crush quash quell repress stamp out suppress
WEAK
annihilate defeat dismiss extinguish reject silence squash
Antonyms
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allow encourage let go permit release
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boost build up compliment erase extract flatter praise
VERB
comment negatively
Synonyms
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crush run down
WEAK
belittle condemn decry deflate derogate discount dismiss disparage downcry humiliate minimize mortify opprobriate reject shame slight snub write off
Antonyms
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praise
WEAK
boost build up compliment erase extract flatter

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