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write into record v.
subdue v.
comment negatively v.

VERB

write into record

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set down write down

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enter inscribe jot down log record take down transcribe

Antonyms

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boost build up compliment erase extract flatter praise

VERB

subdue

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crush quash quell repress stamp out suppress

WEAK

annihilate defeat dismiss extinguish reject silence squash

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allow encourage let go permit release

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boost build up compliment erase extract flatter praise

VERB

comment negatively

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crush run down

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belittle condemn decry deflate derogate discount dismiss disparage downcry humiliate minimize mortify opprobriate reject shame slight snub write off

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praise

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boost build up compliment erase extract flatter

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putting down

Factories that would normally delay payment started putting down cash upfront "because they were so eager to secure material", said Rizq Yousif, who mainly recycles PET, the plastic widely used in beverage and food packaging.

From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026

Honestly, I respect her autonomy in that regard, and I can pick up what she’s putting down . . . even a domesticated dog is cooler than a dragon.

From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026

Vegetarian food is served cafeteria style and in practice if not by decree, eaten slowly, putting down the fork between bites.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026

White said fire units from Riverside County, San Bernardino County and Ontario Fire have assisted in putting down the flames.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026

“Daddy,” I tried again, but he cut me off, putting down an arm between us.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken