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What is the opposite of opening?

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Noun
Opposite of a space or gap that allows passage or access
Noun
Opposite of the beginning or first part of something
Noun
Opposite of the beginning of a notable phenomenon or period of time
Noun
Opposite of a hollow space inside something
Noun
Opposite of an open space, gap, or hole in an object or between two structures
“A gap in the bathroom required a filling of caulk.”
Noun
A way out of a building, room, or passenger vehicle
Noun
Opposite of an opportunity to do or achieve something
“The following studies cite an inopportunity to partake in sports as the reason for lower rates of participation in athletics by women.”
Noun
Opposite of an opening, such as a door, passage, or gate, that allows access to a place
“If worse came to worse, they could shut off the entrance and exit to the maze and let the creatures trapped within wander the maze as they rested.”
Noun
Opposite of an unoccupied position or job
“James being groomed to take over from a currently occupied position on the board.”
Noun
Opposite of a paid role or position
Noun
Opposite of a gap or distance between two points or objects
“The most common problem is at the joint between bathtub and tile or shower pan and tile.”
Noun
Opposite of a chance or possibility for progress or profit
“I faced a lot of adversity at my last place of employment in trying to get promoted.”
Noun
Opposite of clear space allowed for a thing to move past or under another
Noun
Opposite of the action of establishing something
“Their three books together make a powerful and eloquent case for the abolition of the death penalty.”
Noun
Opposite of the initial portion of some extended and physical thing
“Two minutes' walk brought him to the end of the footpath and into the road on to which the stable gates of the house opened.”
Adjective
Opposite of serving as an introduction
Adjective
Opposite of preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important
Adjective
Opposite of introductory, preliminary, serving as a prelude or preface
Adjective
Opposite of of or relating to inception
Adjective
Opposite of belonging or happening near the beginning of a particular period
“In the recent versions of the popular game, the graphics have become increasingly realistic with more complex game mechanics.”
Adjective
Opposite of completed before need or a milestone event
“Because everyone was busy, we had to hold a belated birthday party for our brother.”
Adjective
Opposite of in full bloom
“The heat has left the early summer's potted flowers looking withered.”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to make open
“If you are the last one in, could you please close the door behind you?”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to become open
“I would become infuriated when the elevator doors would shut just as I was about to reach them.”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to set or be set in action
“The draft selection process will now conclude.”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to stretch or straighten out
“The Mimosa Pudica will fold its leaves in a remarkable way if it has been touched.”
Verb
(of a container or package) Opposite of present participle for to unwrap
“I don't particularly like to wrap presents, but I just happen to be very good at it.”
Verb
(of clothing) Opposite of present participle for to remove or undo
“Ted Stroehmann would experience an unfortunate accident after he had tried to fasten his zip too quickly.”
Verb
(of a hole or opening) Opposite of present participle for to unplug
“A buildup of organic material may eventually block the pipes.”
Verb
(of a beverage bottle) Opposite of present participle for to uncork
“After I had my fill, my wife would politely offer to cork the wine.”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to reveal one's deep thoughts or emotions
“Do not suppress your anger. Take your anger out on this punching bag instead.”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to open for business
“It's disappointing that our favorite cafe will close during the upcoming public holiday.”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to lead into an area or space, usually with an impressive view or ambiance
“You will see a path that will follow the stream and at the end will be a beautiful waterfall.”
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