Opposite of present participle for to shift from the main subject of discussion temporarily
“I really need to focus on my studies right now, so please don't disturb me for an hour or so.”
Opposite of present participle for to change the emphasis, direction, or focus of
“Prepare notes for reference to stay on topic and avoid rambling or going off on personal tangents.”
Opposite of present participle for to talk or write at length about an unrelated topic
“Prepare notes for reference to stay on topic and avoid rambling or going off on personal tangents.”
Opposite of present participle for to wander from one's path or main direction
“Let's keep along this route for another few miles.”
Opposite of present participle for to deviate from what is considered (morally) right
“If you behave, you will be rewarded with a treat.”
(of lines) Meeting at or tending towards one point
“Canvases would fit neatly into the frame of each arch, conveying the effect of a concurrent and symmetrical series of painted niches.”
In addition
Introducing the continuation of narration from a previous understood point
“The cows were rescued. And they were well fed.”
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