| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| QUASH | Keep from spreading, as a rumor |
| CONTAIN | Keep from spreading |
| ISOLATE | Keep from spreading |
| diffusion | The action of spreading the light from a light source evenly so as to reduce glare and harsh shadows |
| DAMUP | Keep from flowing, as a stream |
| ENCASE | Keep from being handled, as a relic |
| FOGIN | Keep from taking off, as a plane with low visibility |
| rope | in a defenseless position, as leaning against the ropes to keep from falling |
