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What is the opposite of raises?

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Opposite of to lift or move to a higher position or level
“Please lower your hands. Your questions will be addressed at the end of the session.”
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Opposite of to lift or move to a vertical position
“You will need to lower the fridge so we can get it through the door.”
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Opposite of to construct or build (a structure)
“They would finally demolish the eyesore in the middle of the iconic park.”
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Opposite of to increase the amount, level, or strength of
“Could you please reduce the volume as we are trying to get some sleep.”
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Opposite of to nurture and care for (someone or something) as they grow
“She would never abandon her children regardless of the circumstances.”
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Opposite of to introduce for consideration
“It is no longer satisfactory to suppress awareness of mental health issues but to advocate for acceptance.”
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Opposite of to cause to occur or appear, especially through provocation
Allay your fears as the reigning champion has announced that he will not be retiring anytime soon.”
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Opposite of to promote (someone) to a higher rank
“Thael would demote his most trusted elder and friend, Pyrenes, following his betrayal to the war chief.”
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(distributes) Opposite of to collect or gather together, especially funds for a given purpose
Distribute these donuts evenly and sparingly to your friends.”
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(donates) Opposite of to collect or gather together, especially funds for a given purpose
“I am willing to donate to a charity of your choice.”
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Opposite of to charge or levy
“The gym will exempt the joining fee should the member refer another friend.”
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Opposite of to gather people together
“The group would eventually disband following their unsuccessful stint in the music industry.”
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Opposite of to improve in quality
“The internet quality in this area will continue to deteriorate due to the inclement weather forecast for the week ahead.”
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(of a sound or voice) Opposite of to increase in loudness or intensity
“Jack, lower your voice because you seem to be shouting into the microphone.”
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(of animals) Opposite of to breed or grow
“We must eradicate these pests to save our crops.”
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(of plants) Opposite of to grow or cultivate
“Shortage of rainfall and water restrictions meant that the Smith family would be forced to extirpate their dead plantations.”
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Opposite of to cause (bread) to rise, especially by the action of yeast
“You must knead the bread dough well or it will collapse.”
Verb
(of a siege, blockade, or embargo) Opposite of to abandon or force an enemy to abandon
“They would commence their siege towards the bastion only to be repelled by a sea of long-range ballistics.”
Noun
Opposite of plural for the act or state of being increased
“In an alarming report, there has been an unprecedented decrease in the Earth's natural life-support systems.”
Noun
Opposite of plural for an increase in salary
“I rejected the new job offer as it would result in a pay cut compared to my current role.”
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