discourage
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Whatever happens, the assault may well discourage the Iranian people—many of whom have been very pro-American—from viewing the United States as a friend in the future.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
They kept saying the money was a gift and that they would support whatever decision we made, but at the same time, they repeatedly called and texted to discourage us.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
The notion is expressed in the survey results, which found wide variation in how faculty members mention AI use in syllabuses or whether they encourage or discourage AI in classes.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Fearful that higher inflation will discourage the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates, investors have sold off bonds in response.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
He hoped to discourage such a decision and carry you to safety.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
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