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The Clue

Checks (6 letter answer)

The Answer

DETERS

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Notes

The answer DETERS is uncommon, appearing about once every 450 puzzles.

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Discourages
Dissuades
Hampers
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Restrains
Holds off
Keeps in check
Prevents from action
Scares off

Definition

DETER as a verb:

1. (deter, discourage) = try to prevent; show opposition to; "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
2. (dissuade, deter) = turn away from by persuasion; "Negative campaigning will only dissuade people"