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Opposite of an unexpected or hidden obstacle or drawback
Opposite of a negative consequence or downside of a given course of action
“They have expressed that they want a positive to come out of this situation, and they are going to start a fellowship.”
Opposite of a glitch or difficulty, typically serious or major
Opposite of a hidden problem or disadvantage in an apparently ideal situation
“As we pushed ourselves to the limit, the trainer reiterated the old adage of no pain, no gain.”
Opposite of a period of time by which something is late or postponed
“As the timer ran down, he gobbled up his meal with extraordinary expedition to win first prize.”
Opposite of an unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness
“Banknotes have a natural advantage over coins in that they are lighter to carry but are also less durable.”
Opposite of a disadvantage of something, especially when contrasted with its advantages (pros)
Opposite of a flaw or obstacle in a plan, operation, etc.
Opposite of a thing that extends outwards from something else
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.”
Opposite of a hole or split in something caused by it having been pulled apart forcefully
Opposite of a vertical line of unraveled stitches in stockings or tights
“His mother advised him to sew a new patch on his jeans.”
Opposite of a physical deformity that spoils the appearance or completeness of something
“Your dimples are simply a genetic facial enhancement.”
Opposite of a mistake or error
“I was not in a position to mark it up or to start working on it because I had to check it for correctness.”
Opposite of a disadvantage or fault
“His greatest strength is his ability to compartmentalize the fear of losing.”
Opposite of a physical deformity that spoils the appearance or completeness of something
“Please adhere to the following rules in order to safeguard the wholeness of your limbs.”
Opposite of to get or have possession of something
Opposite of to acquire or gain, especially in return for one's effort or behavior
Opposite of to take possession or control of something, especially something elusive
“Despite his efforts to retrieve it in the first place, Harvey would have to relinquish the relic to save Peyton.”
Opposite of to grab, seize or take something suddenly or forcibly
“Filled with a guilty conscience, Bernie would later return the elderly couple's jewelry.”
Opposite of to stick or entangle something into or around something else, especially unintentionally
“Whenever I untangle the cord of my headphones, I end up with the right-side bud in my left hand and vice-versa.”
Opposite of to accept or receive, typically something awarded
“She had worked hard and tried her best, but would ultimately fail at winning a medal during the tournament.”
Opposite of to hamper or impede the movement or progress of
Opposite of to catch, or become stuck or caught, in or on something
“Sudden compression of the abdomen causes the diaphragm to elevate and compress the lungs, expelling air to dislodge food from the larynx during choking.”
Opposite of to act on an opportunity
“He would miss many golden opportunities that had been presented to him during his career because of his tunnel vision.”
Opposite of to agree to receive or take receipt of
“He warned the committee that if he were to win, he would refuse his award on philosophical grounds.”
Opposite of to fasten or cause to adhere to something
“It is advisable to rip the bandaid off quickly rather than to gently separate it from the skin.”
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