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tussle - Engage in a vigorous struggle or scuffle

The two deer tussled by angrily locking horns with each other.

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stifle - Restrain (a reaction) or stop oneself acting on (an emotion)

Amy stifled a cough so she wouldn't bother her coworkers or make them sick.

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impinge - Have an effect or impact, especially a negative one

The senseless murder of his parents impinged upon Bruce Wayne so much that he was forced to become Batman.

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squash - To suppress or stop something forcefully, like an idea or protest.

The manager tried to squash the rumor as it spread quickly through the company.

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expose - To uncover or reveal something hidden or secret.

Leaving your skin uncovered in the sun can expose you to harmful UV rays.

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inflammatory - Causing or likely to cause strong emotions, especially anger or hostility.

His inflammatory remarks at the meeting led to a tension in the air that took a while to dissipate.

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impose - To force something to be accepted or endured, often against someone's will.

He didn’t want to impose his opinions on others, so he listened when other people talked.

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ransom - To release someone or something in exchange for a payment or other form of compensation.

The ancient artifacts were ransomed back to the museum after being stolen and held by black-market dealers.

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stun - Knock unconscious or into a dazed or semiconscious state

The boxer was stunned by his opponent's powerful punch to his face.

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stymie - Prevent or hinder the progress of

Polar bears losing their habitat is an unfortunate side effect of action against climate change being stymied.

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meddle - Interfere in or busy oneself unduly with something that is not one's concern

The meeting got intense when Jim said to Bill, "I just don't like it when you meddle into my personal affairs!"

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crush - A crowd of people pressed closely together, especially in an enclosed space

The bridge was nearly invisible because of the massive crush of people standing on it.