Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Inhibit (5 letter answer)
The Answer
DETER
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Notes
The answer DETER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.
Related Clues
Block
Check
Daunt
Discourage
Dissuade
Hinder
Prevent
Restrain
Sidetrack
Stop
Hold back
Prevent from doing
Scare off
Turn aside
Ward off
Restrain through intimidation
Cause to have second thoughts
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"