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Opposite of present participle for to nurture and care for (someone or something) as they grow
“Karen's only recourse out of the abusive situation was to run away, desert her children, and in the process, become an outlaw.”
Opposite of present participle for to breed and raise (animals)
“After they rescued Zuzu, the family wondered who would abandon such a cute puppy.”
Opposite of present participle for to grow or cultivate (plants)
“If you can bring yourself to do it, remove flowers in the first few years to divert energy into shoot growth rather than fruits.”
Opposite of present participle for to lift, raise, or set in an upright position
“The seal would feel a charm, raise and shake its flippers, roll over on its side and back as if perfectly delighted, and then drop its head to sleep.”
(of a building, mountain, etc.) Opposite of present participle for to extend or appear to extend to a great height
“As we cross the bridge, the village would disappear behind the mountains.”
Opposite of present participle for to put together using parts or materials
“They were urged to demolish the Clock Tower, as it impeded the flow of traffic along Queen Street and Chatham Street.”
Opposite of the activity or business of growing crops and raising livestock
Opposite of upbringing, education, and environment, contrasted with inborn characteristics
“He was, by nature, a gifted athlete, but he was also lazy and with a poor work ethic, did not reach the heights of success typically achieved by elite sportspeople.”
Opposite of erect or standing, or rising, up
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