Opposite of to hire (somebody) for work or a job
“After multiple indiscretions, the company had no choice but to dismiss Harry.”
Opposite of to get or hold the attention of
“Comedians can lose their audience if they don't get to the punchline quick enough.”
Opposite of to draw in or to attract
“Your subpar food and service will deter potential customers from coming to your restaurant.”
(retreats) Opposite of to confront or come up against
“I order you to stand down and retreat, Captain!”
(surrenders) Opposite of to confront or come up against
“The situation had become untenable, and we were forced to surrender.”
(engage in) Opposite of to participate or become involved in
“As it was, I spent a good deal of time trying to remove myself whenever the filming took place.”
Opposite of to pledge or enter into a contract to do something
“There may be consequences if you break your contract with the company.”
Opposite of to activate or bring into operation
“If the range has an upper oven and fan, disengage the duct connection first.”
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