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What is the opposite of wield?

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Opposite of to physically and visibly hold, carry or brandish
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Opposite of to wield or make use of
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Opposite of to display or show (something) for others to see
“Pirates would pick obscure locations to hide their plundered treasures.”
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Opposite of to wave (something) about, especially to attract attention
“Previously, men had tarried just long enough to plant the banner of their expedition before retreating from their humbling vantage point.”
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Opposite of to handle or operate something
“I hope they will be careful with the pianos and not mishandle them and get them out of tune.”
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Opposite of to move (one's hand or arm, or something held in one's hand) to and fro
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(of personnel) Opposite of to work at, run, or operate (a place or piece of equipment) or defend (a fortification)
“Does the government not know that a hungry and irate man could mismanage the equipment entrusted to him?”
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Opposite of to make use of
“We would forgo the use of drones during our filming so as not to scare the animals.”
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Opposite of to carry or bear
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