Opposite of present participle for to diverge or deviate from a given point
Opposite of present participle for to extend or be positioned in a given course or direction
“With finite sample sizes, the curves deviate from this straight line and the deviation increases as the sample size decreases.”
Opposite of present participle for to approach or move closer toward
Opposite of present participle for to come together in agreement or alliance
“A number of group members wish to dissociate themselves from the majority.”
Opposite of present participle for to come or go near, or nearer to, in place or time
“The enemy was there before them, but would quickly retreat at the sight of shields and pikes.”
Opposite of present participle for to advance or to proceed forward
“We had to retreat due to the stormy weather.”
Opposite of present participle for to move in a specified direction
“Fears that young members of the community are being forced to retreat from the town have prompted civic leaders to investigate the issue.”
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