To make a living for the benefit of others
“He provides for his family as best he can despite his meager wage.”
To guide or escort
“The usher then shows you to your seat.”
Opposite of to disregard as unimportant or insignificant
“Eloise would finally acknowledge the gravity of her drug abuse after Barry followed through with his threat of leaving.”
Opposite of to pretend to not notice someone or something
“Surely he will acknowledge me if I wear this suggestive dress.”
Opposite of to contravene an accepted rule or stipulation
“Follow the order and prevent the launch, General!”
Opposite of to waive any negative feelings towards something that would typically cause angst
“I'm sorry, but I have to disallow this marriage as you hardly know the man.”
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