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What is the opposite of stood by?

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Opposite of to have provided assistance to someone or something
“Her friends unintentionally impeded her recovery from illness by partying with her.”
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Opposite of past tense for to be ready to be called on
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Opposite of past tense for to adhere to diligently or or in a steadfast manner
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Opposite of past tense for to alter one's opinion about something
“I stand by my opinion that he is guilty.”
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Opposite of past tense for to betray someone that has one's trust
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(deviate from) Opposite of past tense for to fail to conform to a regulation or obligation
Follow the rules, and you will be fine!”
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Opposite of past tense for to defy or put up a resistance to someone or something
“We stand before Your Highness, ready to do your bidding and obey your orders.”
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Opposite of past tense for to betray the secrets of, or to inform on someone
“The letter shows how far she is willing to defend him, despite her strong suspicions of his guilt of earlier crimes.”
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Opposite of past tense for to be unfaithful to one's spouse or partner
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Opposite of past tense for to feel repentant over
“In spite of the public outrage, many expect the stubborn judge to double down on his controversial comments.”
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Opposite of past tense for to move or jump suddenly or rapidly upwards or forwards
“There was nothing they could do except to sit and wait until the enemy passes.”
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Opposite of past tense for to move across or through a given point
“We would have to stop at the crossing in order for the children to safely walk across to their school.”
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Opposite of past tense for to move to a position in (a queue/line) that is further forward
“The staff will give you a number and customers are required to wait in line.”
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Opposite of past tense for to apply improperly or incorrectly in an almost obscene way
“The citizen has the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, but he must honor the laws of his country.”
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Opposite of past tense for to take back or renege on an initial statement or stance
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Opposite of past tense for to move past someone or something with force
“Sarah had to wait until the crowd dispersed before she could proceed to take a photo with one of her idols.”
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