Opposite of to consume a substance that is (presumably) edible
“She would proceed to spit the food out in disgust due to its bitter aftertaste.”
Opposite of to have a meal
“As part of his plan to lose weight, he would intermittently fast for a few days before indulging in a full meal.”
(strengthen) Opposite of to wear away gradually
“The industrial-strength adhesive will strengthen the torsional resistance of the ladder.”
(prolong) Opposite of to wear away gradually
“A layer of wax will prolong the durability of the finish.”
Opposite of to cause (someone) to worry or be annoyed
“Sansa made every attempt to appease Joffrey so as not to incur his wrath.”
Opposite of to harass, annoy, or cause trouble to (someone)
Opposite of to consume food hungrily or in a gluttonous manner
Opposite of to eat (something) steadily and often audibly
Opposite of to eat or consume as food
“I avoid food for hours each day as part of my intermittent fast.”
(of food) Opposite of to consume or get through the final amount or portion of
“Instead of eating dinner, he would nurse his drink until it killed his appetite.”
Opposite of to eat up as food
(usually in the negative) Opposite of to eat or drink
“Leo tends to avoid greens like it is the plague!”
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