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Opposite of something resembling an elbow, in particular, something bent through, or at, an angle
Opposite of an act of pushing someone or something in order to move them away from oneself
“She gave him a tug to indicate that she wanted his attention, but he refused to draw his eyes away from the game unfolding on the television.”
Opposite of the act of ordering or forcing someone to leave a position or role
Opposite of a rebuff or rejection of a request or proposal, typically curt
Opposite of to prod or poke someone or something with one's elbow
Opposite of to push (someone or something) out of one's way with one's shoulder
Opposite of to move or proceed forward by force
(crowd into) Opposite of to press forward into an area, especially with limited space
“After waiting in line in what seemed like an unmovable queue, it was probably wise to retreat from the congregation and cut our losses.”
Opposite of to move past someone or something with force
“Sarah had to wait until the crowd dispersed before she could proceed to take a photo with one of her idols.”
Opposite of to exert force or pressure on
“Her school bag was so heavy that she had to place it on the ground and pull it all the way to the car.”
Opposite of to pack or fill very tightly
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