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obstruction(check, halt, curb, limit)
7
disincentive(opposition, caution, warning, discouragement)
7
prevention(act, allow, anticipation, stoppage)
6
determent(act, check, halt, allow)
6
hindrance(halt, curb, limit, restraint)
5
arrest(check, curb, limit, restraint)
5
intimidation
5
preclusion(act, allow, anticipation, stoppage)
5
restraint(check, curb, limit, caution)
4
deprivation(check, curb, limit, restraint)
4
deterrent(caution, dissuasion)
4
dissuasion(opposition, caution, warning, discouragement)
4
obviation(act, allow, discouragement, persuasion)
3
check(curb, limit, restraint, ban)
3
discouragement(opposition, caution, warning, persuasion)
2
inhibition(anticipation, stoppage)
2
bullying
2
caution(opposition, warning, discouragement, persuasion)
2
defense(cover, guard, resistance, protection)
2
prohibition(check, halt, curb, limit)
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