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derail

[dee-reyl] / diˈreɪl /
VERB
run off a track
Synonyms
STRONGEST
lurch slip topple wreck
STRONG
crash
Antonyms
STRONGEST
drive
VERB
cause not to succeed
Synonyms
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block deter filibuster hamper hinder impede interfere stall stonewall thwart
STRONG
break circumvent contravene counter curb deflect delay encumber foil frustrate halt hamstring inhibit interrupt muzzle neutralize obstruct oppose preclude prevent prohibit slow down stymie
WEAK
baffle get in the way hold back postpone restrain slow stay stop
Antonyms
STRONGEST
advance assist encourage expedite forward help promote

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