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What is the opposite of lapse?

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Noun
Opposite of an error or mistake, typically caused by a brief failure of concentration or judgment
Noun
Opposite of a decline from previously high standards
Noun
Opposite of the ending of an activity
Noun
Opposite of an embarrassing or tactless act or remark in a social situation
Noun
(order) Opposite of a mistake, typically unintentional
Noun
(success) Opposite of a mistake, typically unintentional
“As we blast off from Earth, we look out the rocket's rear-facing window and telescopically observe the people near the launch pad who are applauding the success of the liftoff.”
Noun
Opposite of a mistake or error, typically unintended or serious
Noun
Opposite of a stoppage or sudden cessation of motion or progress
Noun
Opposite of an act or judgment that is misguided or wrong
“He made his fortune through astuteness and good decision making with his investments.”
Noun
Opposite of a setback, or change for the worse
“At first, he had success against troops taken by surprise, but soon afterward, this fine and brilliant army was beaten near Ancona and were never able to rally again.”
Noun
Opposite of a pause or break in continuity in a sequence or activity
Noun
Opposite of a misfortune or setback
Noun
Opposite of a misguided act
“For Katharine, doing a good deed was a reward in itself.”
Noun
Opposite of an act or judgment that is misguided or wrong
“There are too many minor mistakes, which need correction before a paperback edition.”
Noun
Opposite of the ending or final part of an event, process, or text
“To create dramatic tension at the beginning of an adventure game, start by presenting a problem, typically during a cut-scene.”
Noun
Opposite of an obstacle, delay, or disadvantage
Noun
Opposite of a defect or failing
“My advantage of sound judgment would lead me to make some very prudent decisions.”
Noun
Opposite of the lapse of humankind into a state of sin, as ascribed in theology
“Although grace initiates the salvation of man, man must reciprocate with his life through faith and good works.”
Verb
Opposite of to end or draw to a close
Verb
Opposite of to decline or deteriorate, especially gradually
Verb
Opposite of to draw to a close
“There is still plenty of topics to cover, and the discussion will continue tomorrow.”
Verb
Opposite of to come to an end, or to disappear completely
“A strange vision would appear to him in his sleep, and he woke up believing he was a prophet.”
Verb
Opposite of to deteriorate or go into decline, especially physically
“The results of your blood tests show that your health is starting to improve.”
Verb
Opposite of to commit an offense, especially spiritually or morally
Verb
Opposite of to draw to a close
“He definitely has potential, so we should persist with him for a little longer.”
Verb
(of time) Opposite of to elapse
“Can you please stop the timer in approximately half an hour?”
Verb
Opposite of to decrease in number, amount, intensity, or quality
“We have to make adjustments as costs continue to increase due to inflation.”
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