Foster and Mess over

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Foster verb - To help the growth or development of.

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Mess over is an antonym for foster.

Mess over verb - To inflict physical or emotional harm upon.

Usage example: her no-good boyfriend has been messing her over for years

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Foster is an antonym for mess over.

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