Opposite of to engage in a physical encounter, either competitive or non-competitive
“To conciliate the workers, he raised their pay, thus creating financial problems for himself instead.”
Opposite of to struggle to overcome, eliminate, or prevent
“The network will finally bow to mounting pressure to remove the controversial show from its nightly rotation.”
Opposite of to engage in a war or battle
“As a result, the authorities needed three more years to pacify the country.”
Opposite of to quarrel or argue
“We gel with each other very well, and rarely give in to bickering.”
Opposite of to persevere in the face of difficulty
“In the end, it was too much, and he eventually had to quit.”
Opposite of to struggle against one's emotions
“She tried spiritedly to not succumb to the temptations of chocolate chip cookies.”
Opposite of plural for a violent confrontation or struggle
“There was peace among the group after everyone received their Christmas treats.”
Opposite of plural for an inclination or propensity to engage in disputes or confrontation
“He argued that change could be brought about through pacifism and appeasement.”
Opposite of plural for a battle or war
“She will rule the four Kingdoms and bring peace to the land once more.”
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