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Opposite of a formal speech delivered to an audience
“Many were surprised by her silence on the important issue.”
Opposite of a formal ceremonial speech
Opposite of a speech or lecture, typically long and tedious
Opposite of a building or place where one resides
Opposite of speech by one person
Opposite of a polite word or sign of welcome or recognition
Opposite of the state or quality of being tactful
Opposite of the quality of being genteel
Opposite of civility, politeness, courtesy or gallantry
Opposite of a place where one lives or calls home
“I much prefer it when he strides purposefully through the office with a menacing glare.”
Opposite of a speech or talk, typically in which a new product, idea, or piece of work is shown and explained
Opposite of the place, area or space occupied by, or intended for, an event, activity or purpose
“The country is in the middle of a civil war, and many people who have come from there have made their homes here.”
Opposite of one's home, where one lives
Opposite of a particular point or place in physical space
Opposite of skill or expertise in a particular activity or field
Opposite of an earnest request for money or help
“She pointed out that she would be able to make a financial donation to the charity of her choice.”
Opposite of to make contact or communication with
“Disregard any entries you deem to be irrelevant or inappropriate.”
Opposite of to speak to a formal gathering
“She decided to avoid all post-show interviews after her affair was laid bare for the public to see.”
Opposite of to devote effort to something
“Your body will suffer if you neglect good eating habits.”
(somewhat rare) Opposite of to occupy (oneself) diligently
“If you continue to procrastinate and twiddle your thumbs, you will never get anything done.”
(about a particular subject) Opposite of to express or communicate one's opinion or ideas with a person or a group of people
“The coach continually tried to skirt the issue when pressed about cultural problems within the team.”
Opposite of to apply oneself to, or start work on, a given task or issue
“We must resist the urge to jump straight into a project without first understanding the value and benefits it will bring to the business.”
Opposite of to take, or cause to go, from one place to another
Opposite of to deliver a (usually formal and extended) speech on a subject
Opposite of to take charge of, or to make decisions about
Opposite of to energetically devote, or begin devoting, effort to something
Opposite of to deal with (something), usually effectively
“Despite the delay, the major car manufacturer would openly declare that they did not mishandle their launch campaign.”
Opposite of to put (all of something) towards a goal or endeavor
“Brian finds out there are two separate pop tart instructions, in case he finds one too difficult, abandon all efforts on one, and get onto something a bit easier.”
Opposite of to analyze or argue against a claim or piece of information
“Many in his field generally agree with his theory.”
Opposite of to designate a particular name or title
“Andrew was not his real name and other aspects of his background have been changed in order to anonymize him.”
Opposite of to have something to do with
“My actions in this vein will have no bearing on my salvation.”
Opposite of to deal with (something) effectively or skillfully
(with object) Opposite of to say something in order to convey information or to express a feeling
“He acknowledged that he had an immediate gut reaction to government requests for the media to withhold information.”
Opposite of to make (pain or difficulty) less severe
“The parties to contested actions are often at daggers drawn, and the litigious process serves to exacerbate the hostility between them.”
Opposite of to handle or operate something
“I hope they will be careful with the pianos and not mishandle them and get them out of tune.”
Opposite of to make contact or communication with
“She is an introvert and prefers to avoid company and people.”
Opposite of to concentrate one's attention or effort
“The simple progression of numbers helped her focus more quickly so nothing would distract her mind from the efficiency of the movement.”
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