v. Function: verb
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Synonyms: RESTRAIN 1, bit, bridle, check, constrain, curb, hold back, hold down, hold in, inhibit
2
Synonyms: KEEP 5, detain, hold, hold back, keep back, keep out, reserve, retain
Contrasted Words: award, concede, grant, vouchsafe
Antonyms: accord
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Synonyms: DENY 2, disallow, keep back, refuse
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Synonyms: REFRAIN 1, abstain, forbear, keep