Opposite of to hold (something) dear
Opposite of to care for (someone) lovingly
Opposite of to recognize something as valuable
“It is often easy to dismiss issues that do not affect us as being unimportant.”
Opposite of to be grateful for something
“This is not to disparage the editor and her magazine. However, I cannot envisage a day when such a read would hold even a scrap of appeal.”
Opposite of to preserve in a form that ensures it will be protected and respected
Opposite of to have or harbor in one's heart or mind
Opposite of to raise a child with care and affection
“They didn't believe there was even the slightest chance she wouldn't return, that she would abandon her children.”
Opposite of to keep in one's mind
“You need to forget her if you want to move forward with your life.”
(be attracted to) Opposite of to have a romantic interest in
“Don't assume that just because one or both of you are happily married, you will be unattracted to each other.”
Opposite of to keep (something) going
“It is high time we abandon this silly practice of howling at the moon.”
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