To have become mature
“Our whiskeys developed in their cask to acquire their chemical makeup and taste.”
Opposite of past tense for to lose energy and become weak and feeble
Opposite of past tense for to make physically stronger or tougher
“If your hair has been permed or relaxed, color has to be applied carefully or it can weaken the structure of your hair.”
Opposite of past tense for to store or set aside for future use
“If you continue to waste your points, you will have no credits left on your rewards card.”
Opposite of past tense for to acquire or secure as a result of a contest, conflict, bet, or other endeavor
“He will lose the lead if he expends too much energy trying to maintain it.”
Opposite of past tense for to increase in strength
“If you continue to get injured, you will weaken the joint and increase the risk of fracture.”
Opposite of past tense for to fetch (an amount of money) as income or profit
“If the investment does not pan out, they will likely lose a lot of money.”
Opposite of past tense for to be in flower, or to produce flowers
“The leaves are like those of the orange tree, and they wither in the winter.”
Opposite of past tense for to benefit from
“You will have nothing to gain and everything to lose if you continue this gambling habit.”
Opposite of past tense for to have an exciting or fulfilling life
“When he saw little signs of rescue, he began to lose heart, become torpid, and languish.”
Opposite of past tense for to become bigger in size
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