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repelling

  • present participle of repel.

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Since relations with the U.S. have deteriorated, the Cuban government has stepped up what it calls national days of defense to practice repelling invaders.

From The Wall Street Journal May 22, 2026

If elected, Wadagni is expected to be able to count on the loyalty of the army, which played a decisive role in repelling an attempted coup against Talon in December.

From Barron's Apr. 12, 2026

The rod-shaped CSV nanocrystals improve how well the perovskite precursor spreads across the typically water repelling SAM surface, allowing for more uniform coverage.

From Science Daily Mar. 1, 2026

Amid all of this, Scotland put in some almighty defensive sets, repelling the All Blacks with a demonic intent.

From BBC Nov. 8, 2025

The rebels, brilliantly led by Major General Richard “Fighting Dick” Anderson, hold fast, repelling each and every charge.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly