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What is the opposite of repose?

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Noun
Opposite of a state of sleep, rest or slumber
Noun
Opposite of a state of peace and serenity
Noun
Opposite of the state, act, or fact of being calm and composed
Noun
Opposite of the state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself
Noun
Opposite of the state, act, or fact of being calm and composed
Noun
Opposite of an instance or period of sleep or slumber
“Keats spluttered and coughed to full wakefulness, and steadied himself with a stiff brandy.”
Noun
Opposite of a state or period of rest, relaxation or enjoyment
Noun
Opposite of the state, act, or fact of being (mentally) calm and composed
Noun
Opposite of an instance or period of rest or relaxation
“The pain was so severe that I was not able to engage in any activity for a while.”
Noun
Opposite of the state or quality of being tactful
Noun
Opposite of something interesting or enjoyable that provides a short respite from a tense or tedious situation
“Ann's husband was never willing to confront the moment when seriousness should hold sway.”
Verb
Opposite of to lie down to rest
Verb
Opposite of to give, delegate or confer something to someone
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Opposite of to relax after a period of work or tension
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Opposite of to go to sleep, or fall asleep
“We need to wake up early tomorrow to avoid missing our flight.”
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Opposite of to relax and take it easy
Verb
Opposite of to relax or be at ease
“Sometimes, I exert myself to the point of exhaustion.”
Verb
Opposite of to position or place something in a particular place or spot
“Callie, did you move my keys? I have to get to work!”
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Opposite of to be placed or supported so as to stay in a specified position
“His hands came out of his pockets to hang at his sides.”
Verb
Opposite of to stop proceedings, typically in relation to arduous activity
“After lunch, we will resume proceedings.”
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Opposite of to conceal oneself
“After vanishing from the stage, the magician would suddenly appear in the crowd.”
Verb
Opposite of to sit or come to rest in a comfortable position
Verb
(stretch out) Opposite of to recline or lie down by extending one's body
“I hurry to switch off the lights in my room and coil into the fetal position on my bed.”
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