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Opposite of to examine, investigate, or make an inquiry into
“It would not be advisable to overlook the data concerning corrupt files.”
Opposite of to slow the growth or progress of, or to keep under control
“Time is of the essence, and a board meeting was held yesterday in an attempt to expedite the process.”
Opposite of to be consistent or in agreement with
“The statement of the deposition was read to contradict her statement made on the witness stand.”
Opposite of to make less powerful or intense, thereby easier to control
“In an ancient era, twin girls are raised as boys to prevent their wizard father from sacrificing them to intensify his supernatural powers.”
Opposite of to diminish in intensity or severity, especially gradually
Opposite of to agree or correspond exactly
Opposite of to restrain or repress, especially one's feelings, opinions or emotions
“He could ill afford to openly express his joy at Hedda's escape, as this surely would be looked upon by Gerhard as an act of treason.”
Opposite of to learn or come to an awareness of something
Opposite of to measure or appraise the value, amount, level or quality of something
Opposite of to restrain or to keep in check
“Free yourself from the tyranny of emotional baggage, and you will be able to move on.”
Opposite of an examination to test or ascertain the quality or accuracy of something
Opposite of a means of control or restraint
“To be maximally effective, early detection in primary care and facilitation of help-seeking in the wider community must also be addressed.”
Opposite of the ending of an activity
“He secured the continuation of his government through a vote of confidence.”
Opposite of an irregular, usually narrow, break in a surface created by pressure
“This methodology involves the measurement of the total outline of the barb starting at a juncture along the outside edge of the blade.”
Opposite of a thing that prevents or is intended to prevent someone from doing something
Opposite of a thorough inspection, or an act of doing so
Opposite of a sum of money that is owed or due
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 critical observation or examination
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