Repel

To push something away or keep it from coming closer, like how a strong wind can repel a falling leaf.

Examples

• The strong smell of vinegar can repel insects, making it a natural way to keep bugs away from our picnic snacks when we eat outside.
• During the science fair, my project about magnets showed how they can repel each other when two like poles are brought close together, creating a fascinating effect.
• When we played capture the flag, our team used clever strategies to repel the other team’s attempts to take our flag, which made the game even more exciting.

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