Opposite of to destroy completely
Opposite of to put to an end through destruction or death
“The story is about a scientist who claimed that he could resurrect the dead.”
Opposite of to kill off or put an end to someone or something
“The Vikings were in good spirits, becoming well disposed to Bagnold, and decided to spare him instead of killing him.”
Opposite of to remove completely, leaving no trace
Opposite of to destroy or disrupt by means of sabotage
“Dad would often aid my development in tennis by taking me to extra practice sessions.”
Opposite of to remove or take out, especially by effort or force
“Use a utility knife or electric jigsaw and slowly insert the blade into the gourd.”
Opposite of to remove completely, leaving no trace
“The discovery of bronze enabled people to create metal objects which were harder and more durable than previously possible.”
Opposite of to destroy something with more force than is required
Opposite of to remove completely, leaving no trace
“The parties to contested actions are often at daggers drawn, and the litigious process serves to exacerbate the hostility between them.”
Opposite of to destroy (usually forcefully) or to put an end to
“The rhetoric serves to perpetuate the myth that perpetrators have no control over their behavior when they are drunk.”
Opposite of to eliminate from view or from being physically present
Opposite of to kill or severely injure (someone)
“She thanked him over and over again for putting himself in danger to save her.”
Opposite of to tear up by the roots
“It is ideal to plant roses in the mild or mid-winter as the low lighting will help the roots grow deep into the soil.”
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