(of a game or contest) Opposite of to have failed to win
“He won against his opponent, a fitting finale to the hard work and training he had put in over the last few months.”
(of time or an opportunity) Opposite of to have failed to take advantage of
“He eagerly took this opportunity that would only come around once in a lifetime.”
Opposite of past tense for to yield or produce as a result of an investment of money, time or effort
“For the simple case of a competitive market, it would appear that producers might well lose profits from increased metering.”
Opposite of past tense for to surrender to arguments, demands, or pressure
“The rebels vowed to resist any attack by the military and to fight on for independence.”
(yield to) Opposite of past tense for to accede to a request or demand
“The hero did not like the woman's effort to become his focal point and attempted to reject her demands.”
Opposite of past tense for to relinquish possession of
“If travelers express uncertainty with respect to their passing through Paris, they are allowed to retain their passports.”
(of a mass or structure) Opposite of past tense for to physically give way under force or pressure
“No clutch would last under the strain of starting a heavy train.”
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