verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

restrain, convince, dissuade, deter, prevent

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Example Sentences

Example:He tried to restrain his anger during the argument.

Definition:to keep from acting or expressing oneself

From restrain

Example:He had to convince the team of the importance of the project.

Definition:to demonstrate or show (someone) that something is true, right, or in accordance with the facts

From convince

Example:They are trying to dissuade the public from using plastic bags.

Definition:to persuade (someone) not to do something; to discourage

From dissuade

Example:Fines are intended to deter people from littering.

Definition:to prevent or discourage (someone) from doing something by creating a disincentive

From deter

Example:He tried to prevent the meeting from happening.

Definition:to stop or keep from occurring, existing, or being known

From prevent