aversions

noun

Definition of aversionsnext
plural of aversion
1
as in hatreds
a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness I simply have this ingrained aversion to the sight of bloodshed

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2
as in dislikes
a strong feeling of not liking or approving couldn't overcome her aversion to her brother-in-law and pointedly avoided his company

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3
as in phobias
something or someone that is hated clichés should be the pet aversion of every good writer

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  1. horrors
  2. enemies
  3. allergies
  4. adversaries
Noun
  • When World War II ended and the horrors of the Holocaust began to emerge, the focus was on the human cost, and seeking justice, retribution and answers for the survivors and bereaved families.
    Lianne Kolirin, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes also star in a gripping tale that brings fresh characters while revisiting past horrors.
    Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of horrors
Noun
  • For supporters, the appeal of his administration revolves in part around his promises to gut the federal government, seek retribution against his political enemies, and remake American institutions.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Of course, there’s also Indy’s iconic bullwhip, which can be cracked to stun enemies and force them to drop weapons.
    Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of enemies
Noun
  • Some people have pomegranate allergies.
    Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Food allergies occur when your body issues an incorrect immune response to certain foods and ingredients when eaten.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of allergies
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  • With harsh conditions and adversaries threatening to end the Dutton legacy, Spencer (Brandon Sklenar) embarks on an arduous journey home, racing against time to save his family in Montana.
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The national security consensus that has largely endured since the end of World War II is premised on keeping our adversaries at bay so that the horrors of war do not land our on our doorstep.
    Todd Harrison, TIME, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of adversaries
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