repel
verb (used with object)
to drive or force back (an assailant, invader, etc.).
has repelled
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present perfectof repel (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Knowing how Lyonne has responded to the smallest bit of backlash has repelled me, too.
From Salon ● Jun. 29, 2025
May 19, 2023 - Ukraine says it has repelled attacks by Russian forces trying to recapture ground around Bakhmut.
From Reuters ● May 20, 2023
LVIV, Ukraine — The Ukrainian military says it has repelled a Russian attempt to take control of the strategic port of Mariupol.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 14, 2022
Nigeria's military has repelled a new attack by militant Islamist group Boko Haram on the strategically important north-eastern city of Maiduguri, an army source has told the BBC.
From BBC ● Jan. 26, 2015
This is his highest fear; and in order to prevent his being betrayed he has repelled, so far as he can, even his victim—me!
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
