Close out and Embrace

Opposite meaning terms

Close out verb - To prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of.

Usage example: don't assume an attitude that closes out any possibility of a compromise

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Embrace is an antonym for close out.

Embrace verb - To put one's arms around and press tightly.

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Close out is an antonym for embrace.

Nearby Words: embraced, embracing

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