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5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, August 9, 2014 · 21-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, August 9, 2014.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 9, 2014 · 21-Across · 5 letters
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try to prevent; show opposition to; "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
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