repellant
- a variation of repellent.
Example Sentences
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In the hMPV F protein, Zhu didn't find the same patch of repellant molecules -- instead, he used a strong chemical bond as a "brute force" solution to hold the protein together.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 19, 2024
As he reached for his bear repellant, he saw a larger bear charging at him in his periphery vision.
From Seattle Times ● May 22, 2024
The best step you can take to protect yourself from mosquito bites is to use an insect repellant recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency, such as DEET.
From Scientific American ● Jul. 31, 2023
As guest judge Alvin Cailan points out, Julia did for sure work on a formula for shark repellant.
From Salon ● Apr. 6, 2022
Despite how repellant she found the food, she had to admit that her birdish gullet found it delicious.
From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill
