To transfer into another vehicle (train, bus, etc.)
“He changes trains at Brussels to get to his destination.”
Opposite of to delay action until a particular time or event
“Once this acclimation takes place, you may begin your object observation.”
Opposite of to physically remain or loiter at a given place for a period of time
“You can leave once the paintings have been picked up.”
Opposite of to stop what one is doing for a period of time
“You can continue once your symptoms begin to decrease.”
Opposite of to wait in anticipation for the occurrence of something
“We dread the idea that we'll be stuck in a situation that might be dangerous.”
Opposite of to be left until a later time before being dealt with
“People who live in the area around the lake have asked the city to advance the plans to improve drainage in the area.”
Opposite of plural for a period of waiting
“A frenetic period of activity followed as Conor hit the woodwork.”
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