as in shocked
filled with disgust
repelled reviewers couldn't believe how violent the movie was
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as in repulsed
to drive back
the defenders repelled the attacking army after several hours of fierce fighting
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as in disgusted
to cause to feel disgust
the idea of chocolate-covered grasshoppers repels me
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as in resisted
to refuse to give in to
repelled the temptation to stay out late and call in sick the next day
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Recent Examples of repelled
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
The backpack repelled water, gave me easy access to my umbrella, and kept all my valuables dry.
—Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2024
The bag is made from waterproof polyester fabric that repelled moisture during testing, and the material helps to compress your tree for more compact storage.
—Camryn Rabideau, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
On Thursday, officers repelled the gangs as the criminals fired their guns at them.
—Rachel Dobkin, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Ukraine also repelled a drone and missile attack on its capital on Monday.
—Lauren Kent, CNN, 7 Oct. 2024
Both Iranian attacks were repelled.
—Stefan Becket, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
Verb
Surprisingly, many fans seem to be intrigued rather than repelled by the dish.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
The backpack repelled water, gave me easy access to my umbrella, and kept all my valuables dry.
—Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2024
The bag is made from waterproof polyester fabric that repelled moisture during testing, and the material helps to compress your tree for more compact storage.
—Camryn Rabideau, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
On Thursday, officers repelled the gangs as the criminals fired their guns at them.
—Rachel Dobkin, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Ukraine also repelled a drone and missile attack on its capital on Monday.
—Lauren Kent, CNN, 7 Oct. 2024
Both Iranian attacks were repelled.
—Stefan Becket, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repelled
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One Direction Members and Loved Ones Attend Liam Payne's Funeral By Maggie Ekberg Contributing Entertainment Writer 0 Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Liam Payne's sudden passing shocked fans worldwide, and now, his cause of death has been confirmed.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, Danni fills in Diana, who’s shocked that Danni was so bold to their boss.Emma Soren, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
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Kay’s particular diet was a recurring talking point on the show, with condiments such as ketchup and mayo among the foods that repulsed the TV voice of the Yankees.Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
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Dexter is repulsed by the whole scene, and really who can blame him?Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
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The college resisted and went to court, reaching the Supreme Court, which ruled that Dartmouth’s charter was a contract that protected the institution from the state.Johann Neem / Made by History, TIME, 2 Jan. 2025
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The leaders of those countries often resisted these efforts, stating that their new governments were too fragile to tolerate the proliferation of private groups that criticized their government’s policies.Johann Neem / Made by History, TIME, 2 Jan. 2025
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Rumors swirled that disillusioned and disgusted donors mobilized after the loss to A&M.Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Dec. 2024
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If anything, Allerton seems intermittently disgusted with Lee and himself, then attracted to Lee again.Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
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Another brand of pet food sold exclusively at farmers markets in California tested positive for bird flu and is believed to have sickened five cats nearly a week after a similar incident was reported in Oregon.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
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More news to know now Up to 5 cats were sickened in California after bird flu was found in another raw pet food brand.Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 3 Jan. 2025
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Not everyone, however, opposed the deal.Alan Rappeport, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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His choice for interior secretary had stuck with Cleveland even as other Democrats opposed his third presidential bid.Ian Prasad Philbrick, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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In a society where adults often come to work sick, teaching teens to take care of themselves is important.Maya Dollarhide, Parents, 17 Jan. 2025
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Other logistics issues — people getting sick, for example — add time.Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Repelled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repelled. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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