repelled
Example Sentences
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This tiny country repelled an attack by its giant neighbour and retained its independence.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
The Malian army confirmed the rebel assaults on the four towns and Kenieroba on Facebook Saturday morning, asserting that "these attacks were vigorously repelled" and that "the situation is completely under control."
From Barron's ● Jul. 4, 2026
They were briefly repelled by a security guard, who along with two other victims in the parking lot, alerted people at the center and police to the attack, saving lives.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
The situation on the front lines has also improved, with Russian assaults largely repelled in most areas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 18, 2026
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
