Supplies or distributes for use
Opposite of to lift or raise something by grasping it
“Do not drop that sheet of glass or it will be very expensive to replace.”
Opposite of to acquire knowledge, understanding, or skill in
“Without practice, I will forget how to speak French.”
Opposite of to purchase something
“Johnny wants to set up a stall to sell some lemonade.”
Opposite of to get possession of something
“Ian would often lose his money by gambling it all away at the casino.”
Opposite of to begin again or continue after a pause or interruption
“After lunch, we would like to finish the presentation with a Q and A.”
Opposite of to come or go someplace to provide transportation for someone or a group of people
“Can you please leave the house keys with my agent this afternoon?”
Opposite of to arrest for a crime or misdemeanor
“Given his good conduct, they would discharge him from prison earlier than expected.”
Opposite of to become better
“Your health will worsen if you maintain your diet without any exercise.”
Opposite of to increase in strength
“If you continue to get injured, you will weaken the joint and increase the risk of fracture.”
Opposite of to gather a (great) quantity of
“We need to scatter these eggs broadly across the field to make this Easter Egg Hunt fun.”
Opposite of to make neat and orderly
“We spent hours tidying your room only to have you disorder it again in seconds.”
Opposite of to attract or seduce someone
“She had no interest in Wade and would often reject his advances.”
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