Opposite of to seize or capture someone or an animal
Opposite of to lawfully arrest someone
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.”
(of a person) Opposite of to catch or apprehend
“On the following day, his mood had improved and he agreed to release the prisoners.”
Opposite of to discover or locate something, either by chance or intention
“To misplace a presidential badge of office for a couple of days may be unfortunate.”
Opposite of to acquire, especially as a return for effort
“He was a Finnish long-distance runner who had to forfeit his Olympic medal after testing positive for steroids in 1984.”
Opposite of to summon or signal (to someone or a vehicle)
Opposite of to come into possession of
“I will give my old laptop to my younger brother.”
Opposite of to approach and speak to boldly or aggressively
Opposite of to arrest for a crime or misdemeanor
“Given his good conduct, they would discharge him from prison earlier than expected.”
Opposite of to earn through work or effort
“An inability or disinclination to network with others will likely hamper your career.”
Opposite of the action of seizing someone and taking them into custody
Opposite of the action of confiscating or impounding property by warrant of legal right
Opposite of a structure that complements or supplements something else
“Before induction into a specific branch of the armed forces, recruits undergo at least nine weeks of basic military training.”
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