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Opposite of plural for an act of releasing someone, especially from the custody or restraint of the law
“This man had conducted himself with propriety during his imprisonment, and given evidence of reform, will, at the expiration of his term, be restored to citizenship.”
Opposite of plural for the action of discharging someone from a hospital or from the armed forces or police
“She played a key role in the recruitment and briefing of agents, and became an expert writer of letters in code.”
Opposite of plural for the action of firing a gun or missile
“A crucial element in shock action was the holding of fire until the enemy was at a very close range.”
Opposite of plural for the triggering of a bomb or explosive device
“Even though the disarming of bombs is a highly technical skill, the hazards inherent in this kind of work are similar to the hazards of firefighting.”
Opposite of plural for the action of unloading
“By ten, we are back with the cattle trailer, and the loading of boxes begins.”
Opposite of plural for the action of fulfilling a responsibility or duty
“If the employee is unfit for work due to illness the nonfulfilment of his duties of course does not constitute a breach of the contract.”
Opposite of plural for the action of putting something into operation
“There are many instances when misapplication of equipment is brought about by a lack of knowledge on the part of management as well as of equipment salesmen.”
Opposite of plural for the payment of a debt
“If they do not repay debt, growth and development may occur where the repudiation of debt has the support of the majority of the population.”
Opposite of plural for the action of discharging a liquid, gas, or other substance
“A number of simple chemical concepts can be used to produce improvements in the containment of toxic materials.”
Opposite of plural for a substance that has been discharged
“Together with Chlorine, Potassium can help to reduce water retention in the body.”
Opposite of to release from the custody or restraint of the law
“The House of Lords may imprison an individual for any fixed period of time, but an individual imprisoned by the House of Commons is set free upon prorogation.”
Opposite of to dismiss from duty or employment
“He was exceptional in the interview and was the best candidate by a country mile, and I had no option but to employ him.”
Opposite of to fire (a gun or missile)
“Ricks had given the order to hold fire unless absolutely necessary.”
Opposite of to emit, throw or give off
“Textile measurements are taken at standard temperature and humidity because fibers can absorb moisture from the air.”
Opposite of to unload or discharge, typically cargo
“Marek opened the car door and began to load the bags onto the back seat, and wedged them behind the seats with his foot.”
Opposite of to carry out one's responsibility
“Your efforts to shift your responsibilities represent a gross failure to fulfill your own duties.”
Opposite of to clear a debt or pay what is owed
“Many creditors feared that, as a result of the war, the country might repudiate its debt.”
Opposite of to annul or dismiss
“The court in criminal cases enjoys discretion to allow the prosecution to call additional evidence.”
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