Opposite of to be given birth to
“I would rather die than live after such a massacre of good people.”
Opposite of to have given what is needed or desired
“She brought some food for the party while I gladly consumed it.”
Opposite of to have recited from memory
“Johnny forgot to say his prayers at night before going to bed.”
Opposite of to have created or birthed new life
“The horrific genocide eradicated much precious life in the region.”
Opposite of past tense for to bring or transport something to its destination
“The resident said he would be able to drive to the local shopping center to collect his mail from the post office.”
Opposite of past tense for to hand over or relinquish possession of
“Realizing the power it yields, Moss decides to retain the jewel despite his promise to return it to The Treasury.”
Opposite of past tense for to save, rescue, or set someone or something free from
“Colonel Rall ordered the regiment to arms, mounted his horse, and sent out patrols to capture the rebels.”
Opposite of past tense for to state in a formal manner
“Nothing is worse than preparing an audience to hear a speech on one topic only to have the speaker announce that the topic has been changed.”
Opposite of past tense for to provide or produce (something promised or expected)
“The boy's confidence in her hospitality touched Mrs. Bhaer, and she could not find the heart to disappoint his hope, and spoil his kind little plan.”
Opposite of past tense for to proceed or turn out in a specified or successful way
“You can devise a wonderful new machine, but if it doesn't address real and important needs or desires, people won't buy it, and your business will fail.”
(of a blow, ball, or attack) Opposite of past tense for to launch or aim (something) towards a given target
“Carlos fell on the first round, then continued to receive blows from his opponent afterward.”
Opposite of having been announced or broadcast
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