(of a hole or opening) Opposite of to block up
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Opposite of to cover an opening
“To gain access to the attic, you will have to open the trapdoor.”
(of a hole or opening) Opposite of to block up
“The clogged pipes will require the expertise of a plumber to unblock.”
Opposite of to turn off (a switch or tap)
“You can start the taps once the hoses have been attached.”
Opposite of to bring or come to an end
“Pre-orders for the new release will open at the beginning of January.”
(of a business or operation) Opposite of to stop the operations of, typically due to financial difficulty
“The business will open again once renovations are complete.”
(close around or over) Opposite of to come into contact with (something) so as to grasp and hold it
“After pinning him to the ground, Vinnie would twist Gary's wrist to force him to release his grip on the pistol.”
Opposite of to gradually get nearer to someone or something
“We could see a great, big grizzly bear in close proximity and would subsequently make the wise decision to retreat from the cave.”
Opposite of to make smaller or narrower
“The disparity in skill level between the top and bottom teams is beginning to widen significantly.”
Opposite of to finalize or settle a formal agreement
“Contract negotiations were starting to protract as both parties began their posturing.”
(openings) Opposite of plural for the end of an event or of a period of time or activity
“She had to rush because she did not want to miss the opening of the movie.”
(continuance) Opposite of plural for the end of an event or of a period of time or activity
“The continuance of a free and unfettered press is critical to a free and democratic society.”
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