Opposite of to occur or follow as the consequence of something
“Haughtiness and aloofness in a leader sometimes causes a state of derangement in large swathes of the populace.”
(of a living organism) Opposite of to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way
“Most herbs wither quickly, so there's not much time to make use of them if you've bought or picked a whole bunch.”
Opposite of to develop or progress rapidly and successfully
“Profits will likely decline if we do not extend our opening hours.”
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.”
Opposite of to draw attention to something, usually by waving it
“Why did he feel like a small child fighting the urge to hide his sword every time the old man looked in his direction?”
Opposite of plural for a curly line or pattern, typically ornamental and used in writing
“Put a line under the word that tells about the protagonist's family.”
Opposite of plural for a dramatic waving or sweeping movement
“The stillness of his hand on the racket was the only sign that the news had affected him.”
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