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Opposite of being victorious, typically as revenge for a previous defeat
“We may have won, but this playoff series isn't over. We must avoid losing to them in the next match.”
Opposite of killing or executing
“Members of the mob were desperately resuscitating their henchmen who had succumbed to heavy fire.”
Opposite of present participle for to send a message, person or object to a given place or location
“I thought I would receive my mail today, but it appears to be delayed.”
Opposite of present participle for to spread or transfer from one person to another
“Developmental psychologists noted that children learn to conceal information from others and to use such information to influence or manipulate them.”
Opposite of present participle for to deal with (a task or opponent) quickly and efficiently
“The police did not officially abandon the case, but would merely deprioritize it pending further developments.”
Opposite of present participle for to move or proceed quickly
“Deckard suggested I stay awhile and listen.”
Opposite of present participle for to kill off or put an end to someone or something
“The Vikings were in good spirits, becoming well disposed to Bagnold, and decided to spare him instead of killing him.”
Opposite of present participle for to be victorious over
“In order for the King not to lose his honor, every contributor or adventurer shall forfeit and lose to his Majesty.”
(somewhat rare) Opposite of present participle for to consume or eat, especially quickly or greedily
“I would fast for a few hours before my next meal as part of my new diet.”
Opposite of the action or process of getting rid of something
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