To invite someone to engage in a contest
“She regularly challenges me to a game of chess.”
(continues) Opposite of to stop doing something
“One look around me confirmed for me that I wanted to continue along this career path.”
(starts) Opposite of to stop doing something
“When I start something, I see it right through to the end.”
(completes) Opposite of to stop doing something
“I'm so happy to finally complete my Star Wars Lego masterpiece.”
Opposite of to stop working
“The company anticipates that the appliance will last for at least five years.”
Opposite of to give up or cease resistance
“It was a massive struggle to resist the lure of a cheeky beer, but I held firm.”
Opposite of to resign from (a job)
“In the end, John decided to stay at his job and continued to allow real estate to be a part of his life.”
Opposite of to leave or cause to remain behind
“The rule is very simple, and it is that every salesperson must arrive on time.”
(obsolete) Opposite of to pay or give what is owed
“He may threaten his creditors by withdrawing his firm-specific labor and repudiate his debt contract.”
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