To have become larger in size or degree
“The boiling point of the liquid increased in proportion to its molecular mass.”
Opposite of past tense for to fall suddenly, and usually uncontrollably
“Sheroth and his dragon brethren ascend to the skies to engage their enemies.”
Opposite of past tense for to jump or dive quickly and energetically
“Gretel would quickly climb to the surface after falling into the lake.”
Opposite of past tense for to stab or thrust (a pointed object) into something or someone
“Agony spread through the sorcerer's body, as he desperately tried to remove the blade from his leg.”
Opposite of past tense for to quickly immerse in liquid
“Pull the clothes from the bucket after soaking them for a few minutes, and then throw them into the washing machine.”
Opposite of past tense for to move swiftly or impetuously
“Dozens move slowly through the fog in all directions because of low visibility.”
Opposite of past tense for to pitch, especially of a ship or vessel
“After some turbulent pitching, the vessel would finally steady.”
Opposite of past tense for to embark or immerse oneself in a task or venture
“When the possibility of retaliation from the government proved too daunting, he chose to pull out of the project.”
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