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What is the opposite of tempt?

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Opposite of to lure or entice by temptation
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Opposite of to entice, especially by offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach
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Opposite of to cause (someone) to have a liking for or interest in something
“Laying on the cologne may actually repel the ladies, rather than attract them.”
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Opposite of to convince or manipulate
“The convenient rationalization that our weapons potpourri will confuse the enemy into fear of misbehaving is absurd and threatening.”
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Opposite of to encourage or cause a certain event or outcome
“Alternatively, if you want to prevent negative commentary, you could avoid social media altogether.”
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(guarantee) Opposite of to take a risk or chance on
“If we go half an hour earlier to our desired session time we will guarantee ourselves good seats.”
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(forego) Opposite of to take a risk or chance on
“We decided to forego that rickety ride, fearful that it might break down.”
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Opposite of to attract or seduce someone
“She had no interest in Wade and would often reject his advances.”
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