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Scare off

To cause (something) to flee by frightening it.

📖 Definitions of "Scare off"

verb
  1. 1

    To cause (something) to flee by frightening it.

    "A quick growl scared off the mouse."

  2. 2

    To deter

    "The hefty price tag scared off any potential buyers."

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