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What is an antonym for the word devour?

Here are some antonyms for "devour," depending on the context:

General Antonyms:

* Reject

* Disdain

* Ignore

* Repel

* Avoid

* Spurn

* Abstain

Antonyms focusing on consumption:

* Spare

* Save

* Conserve

* Preserve

* Refuse

* Decline

Antonyms focusing on reading:

* Skim

* Browse

* Dip into

* Peruse

Antonyms focusing on destruction:

* Create

* Build

* Construct

* Repair

* Restore

The best antonym for "devour" will depend on the specific context of the sentence.

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