Opposite of in such a way as to put an end to doubt and dispute
“She shook her head doubtfully, but smiled at me as if to say that she wouldn't be altogether unhappy if I was wrong.”
Opposite of after a long time, typically when there has been difficulty or delay
“He never got to tell her about his feelings.”
Opposite of as the last in a series of related events or items
“Claiming initially that his goal was only to reclaim his patrimony, it soon became clear that he intended to claim the throne for himself.”
Opposite of to an absolute extent or degree
“He wasn't remotely close to guessing how many jelly beans were in that jar.”
(discourse marker) Opposite of used to signal that the speaker is about to yield control of the conversation
“First, allow me to introduce myself.”
Opposite of to the fullest extent or degree
“By then, my shoes were partially worn out but still rather comfortable.”
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