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repels

/rɪˈpɛlz/ /riˈpɛlz/

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verb

Abweisen, zurückweisen

To turn (someone) away from a privilege, right, job, etc.

Examples :

"His repeated tardiness repels potential employers, making it difficult for him to get a job. "

Seine wiederholte Verspätung weist potenzielle Arbeitgeber ab, was es ihm erschwert, einen Job zu bekommen.

job right action

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verb

Ablehnen, zurückweisen

To reject, put off (a request, demand etc.).

Examples :

"The manager politely repels unreasonable demands from customers. "

Der Manager lehnt unzumutbare Forderungen von Kunden höflich ab.

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verb

Abwehren, zurückschlagen

To ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.).

Examples :

"The strong smell of coffee repels insects, keeping them away from the breakfast table. "

Der starke Kaffeegeruch wehrt Insekten ab und hält sie vom Frühstückstisch fern.

action military nature war

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verb

Abwehren, zurückschlagen

To drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.).

Examples :

"The thick wool sweater repels the cold wind. "

Der dicke Wollpullover wehrt den kalten Wind ab.

military action

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verb

Abstoßen, abweisen

To force away by means of a repulsive force.

Examples :

"The strong scent of garlic repels mosquitoes. "

Der starke Knoblauchgeruch stößt Mücken ab.

physics science energy

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verb

Abstoßen, abschrecken

To cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust.

Examples :

"The smell of the old, unwashed socks in the laundry room repelled everyone. "

Der Geruch der alten, ungewaschenen Socken im Waschraum stieß jeden ab.

attitude sensation emotion mind human

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verb

Abwehren, parieren

To save (a shot).

Examples :

"The goalie skillfully repels every shot on goal. "

Der Torwart wehrt jeden Schuss auf das Tor geschickt ab.