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Othman
the opposite of (extend)
He extended his arm.
What is the opposite of (extended) that would fit in the sentence above?
Thanks in advance!
Jun 13, 2014 3:43 AM
Answers · 6
Withdrew, pulled back or shrunk in would all be good antonyms!
June 13, 2014
He withdrew his arm" or "He drew his arm back."
June 13, 2014
Withdrew, or even just bent.
June 13, 2014
Maybe compressed or constricted?
June 13, 2014
I would say "retracted" would work. He retracted his arm.
Good luck!
June 13, 2014
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