Opposite of an assurance of a particular outcome, or that certain conditions will be fulfilled
“Israel's contract was terminated due to a breach outlining his use of social media to express his controversial religious beliefs.”
Opposite of the condition of being certain to happen
“There is doubt that he will return to the game in the same form, given the horrendous nature of the injury, and his mature age.”
Opposite of a solemn promise regarding one's future action or behavior
“You said we would be together for life, but your betrayal is tearing us apart!”
Opposite of a statement or assertion intended to inspire confidence
Opposite of a pledge or undertaking
“Territorial rejection or abandonment of children in the hospital is tantamount to a total disavowal of responsibility for their lives.”
Opposite of something that serves as an official confirmation of approval
Opposite of a written public announcement of intentions or of the terms of an agreement
Opposite of a written or spoken agreement, usually legal or official
“The disagreement between the siblings would lead to tensions within their social circle.”
Opposite of to promise or make certain
“I cannot believe that you would break your promise to spend the rest of your life with me.”
Opposite of to promise with certainty
“Making big purchases, opening new credit, missing payments, and cashing out are some common mistakes a home buyer can make to jeopardize a loan.”
Opposite of give assurance
Opposite of provide insurance cover in respect of
Opposite of to make sure or certain of
Opposite of to make a guarantee on a condition
“The life insurer was forced last week to renege on its pledge.”
(distress) Opposite of to give (someone) confidence in the trustworthiness of (something)
(dissuade) Opposite of to give (someone) confidence in the trustworthiness of (something)
“You have every right to dissuade me against marrying Fay, but no one will stand in my way.”
Opposite of to make a promise
“In the truck, Mardukas accuses Walsh of deceiving him first.”
Opposite of to perform an act that ensures success or victory
“Tim had a chance to ice the game in the dying seconds, but he would flub his shot.”
Opposite of to finalize or settle a formal agreement
“Contract negotiations were starting to protract as both parties began their posturing.”
Opposite of to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully
“Some theorists speculate that the universe will end in a big crunch when everything collapses in on itself.”
Opposite of to maintain or defend, as a cause or a claim, by words or measures
“Now fans have taken to social media to slam the decision to remove Candice, who they argued was showing impressive strength and resolve throughout the process.”
Opposite of to receive, usually as return for effort
“If a child takes unfair advantage of the system by accessing an unearned reward, they forfeit all privileges.”
Opposite of to ensure or verify
“Because she has helped us before, it would be logical to assume that she will help us again.”
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