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verb • try to prevent; show opposition to • turn away from by persuasion | ||||
| 38% | 13 | Factors that discourage or discourage action | ||
noun • a negative motivational influence | ||||
| 34% | 10 | Acting to prevent or discourage | ||
adjective • deterring from action | ||||
Discourage From Acting
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