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Opposite of someone or something that is a source of strength or security
“I had always been a sensible person, but Karina was my one kryptonite, and I seemed to do something stupid whenever she was present.”
Opposite of a gemstone made from a glimmering glass-like mineral
Opposite of to move gently to and fro or from side to side
“Mount the camera on a tripod and it will stabilize.”
Opposite of to shake or cause to shake or vibrate, especially because of force or an impact
“If you look closely at the above image, you should be able to see the guide ropes used to steady the center section as it is lifted.”
Opposite of to surprise (someone) with something unexpected
“I am sorry that I do not know what the final outcome was in that case, but it would not surprise me one bit if the injustice were allowed to continue.”
Opposite of to astonish, astound, surprise or perplex
Opposite of to walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall
Opposite of to confuse or confound with something surprising or shocking
“Perhaps someone out there could enlighten me with regard to the following situation that my 17-year-old son finds himself in.”
Opposite of to offend the moral feelings of
“He did so and was received by Ferenc Erdei, who asked him to go out on the balcony of the Parliament to appease the crowd.”
Opposite of to move (a baby or young child) up and down in a playful or affectionate way
Opposite of to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps
“Alright, stop! Hammertime!”
(of a person) Opposite of to move in a quick and lively way
“The brooding teenagers stand around in the hallway, looking the others up and down as they pass by.”
Opposite of to cause amazement
“Do not worry if you do not create legions of young meditators, but do worry if you bore them.”
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