Opposite of to harass (someone) persistently for, or to do, something
Opposite of to implore or make a request for
Opposite of to ask, request or demand for something, typically with urgency
Opposite of to continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way
Opposite of to bother, harass, or annoy persistently
Opposite of to effectively force (someone) to do something
“After some failed attempts to coax Charlie into testifying, they would leave alone their only witness and lament their losing case.”
Opposite of to (attempt to) influence, persuade or pressure someone, typically politically
Opposite of to politely or formally ask for
“Please reply to our messages as soon as possible.”
Opposite of to ask for something, especially earnestly or forcefully
“I would strongly discourage you from using your general counsel to negotiate a New York City office lease.”
Opposite of to approach and speak to boldly or aggressively
Opposite of to make a request or demand of someone
“As you have ignored my requests to stop chattering while the movie is playing, I will now force you to do so.”
Opposite of to request or ask formally
“They demand the administration to free all political prisoners at once.”
Opposite of to cause concern or anxiety
“My spouse would always comfort me when I was feeling sad.”
Opposite of to call on in support of an earnest request
“After being told that she could refuse their request to search her bags, Morgan consented.”
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