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repel

[ri-pel] / rɪˈpɛl /




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No longer could the Politburo rely on centuries-old doctrine of strategic withdrawal from the periphery to the interior, seeking better ground from which to repel an invader.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

“So 6,475 strike behaves like kryptonite for the market; it can repel price from above and below,” Kizemchuck said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

This textured surface becomes superhydrophobic, allowing it to strongly repel water and remain dry.

From Science Daily • Jan. 30, 2026

President Zelensky said Ukraine had received missiles to repel the overnight attack on Monday, and added they had helped significantly.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

Augurey feathers are useless as quills because they repel ink.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling