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Opposite of plural for an act of pulling something
“With a gentle push and squeeze, Nixon was able to detach the cable lock.”
Opposite of plural for something that causes one to feel attraction
“Being on the eleventh floor was enough of a deterrence for Jake to forego the conference due to his irrational fear of heights.”
Opposite of plural for the ability to exercise influence
“How can this man be a leader of our great nation with such political impotency?”
Opposite of plural for a deep draught of a drink
“The spitting by the elderly gentleman would make me lose my appetite.”
Opposite of plural for an act of inhaling while smoking a pipe, cigarette, or cigar
“The smoker's exhalation would be accompanied by a billow of smoke.”
(slang, dated) Opposite of plural for something in one's favor in a comparison or a contest
“Injuries would be the talented player's greatest handicap.”
Opposite of plural for a device that is meant to be pulled
“Push the button on the top to release the bottom cavity.”
Opposite of to exert force on (someone or something) so as to cause movement towards oneself
“Three of his brothers would have to get out and push the immobilized car forward.”
Opposite of to remove or extract (something) by grasping and exerting force on it
“If you push the chip in any further, we are not going to be able to retrieve it later.”
Opposite of to cause to be attracted or to show interest in someone or something
“The rainy weather is going to deter many people from coming to the festival.”
Opposite of to damage (a muscle, ligament, etc.) by abnormal strain
“Relax your muscles, and the pain should subside soon after.”
Opposite of to retrieve or generate for use
“I decided to forego my place in the queue and give my ticket to the person behind me.”
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