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Repel

usgb/rɪˈpel/Volume
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Physical Push

Used when an object or person is forced to move away.

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Wind turbines can repel birds, pushing them to fly elsewhere.
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Magnetic Forces

Refers to how magnets either attract or repel each other.

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Like poles of magnets repel, causing them to push apart.
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