deters

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This accessory is a sure-shot wishlist item because the hefty $35 price tag deters me; but incase anyone wants to gift this ...

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  1. transitive verb To prevent or discourage from acting, as by means of fear or doubt: "Does negotiated disarmament deter war?” (Edward Teller). See Synonyms at dissuade.
  2. intransitive verb To prevent or discourage the occurrence of an action, as by means of fear or doubt: "It's this edge that gives nuclear weapons their power to deter” (Thomas Powers).

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