Opposite of to humor, tolerate, or go along with the wishes or whims of someone
Opposite of to restrain or moderate one's actions, avoiding excess, stinting or tempering
Opposite of to end the life of, or defeat comprehensively
“The Vikings were in good spirits and were becoming well disposed to Bagnold, so they decided to spare him instead of killing him.”
Opposite of to grasp or hold something tightly
“The gunman bent Anthony Stone's wrist backward forcing him to release his grip on the firearm.”
Opposite of to expend or consume by employing
“This car is built to conserve its fuel over long distances.”
Opposite of to cause someone to work, usually hard
“He was a laid-back coach who would coddle his players rather than push them.”
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