Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Prevent or discourage (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
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Arrest
Block
Check
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Inhibit
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Hold back
Impede, as an attack
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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"