To have used as an example in support of an argument
“The world is filled with natural wonders if you took, for example, the pyramids of Egypt.”
Opposite of past tense for to reduce the value or price of
Opposite of past tense for to belittle or express disapproval of
Opposite of past tense for to charge or levy
“The gym will exempt the joining fee should the member refer another friend.”
Opposite of past tense for to revere someone or something profoundly with unwavering devotion
“The locals regularly demonize members of a rival tribe.”
Opposite of past tense for to count on or depend on
Opposite of past tense for to prevent or protect (something) from being destroyed
“He would inevitably lose his hat when the wind swept it from his head.”
Opposite of past tense for to acquire or secure as a result of a contest, conflict, bet, or other endeavor
“He will lose the lead if he expends too much energy trying to maintain it.”
(dream of, with negative) Opposite of past tense for to consider the possibility of
“He's a tardy person. I wouldn't discount the possibility of him being late for his appointment.”
Opposite of past tense for to put or store in a regular place
“Discard any items you don't need to avoid clutter.”
Opposite of past tense for to greet or physically respond to by recognizing the presence of
“Tina knows full well that Matt is teasing her as he pretends to dismiss her flirtations.”
(of an automobile) Opposite of past tense for to have in one's possession for use
“If there was no signal from the rear window of the car, Peter was to drive on past the garage and discard the truck wherever it was convenient.”
Opposite of past tense for to make allowances or be prepared for a given variable
Opposite of past tense for to consider to be crucial or beneficial
“After being lazy for much of my life and suffering for it, I will never undervalue hard work again.”
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