Pause and Persist

Opposite meaning words

Pause verb - To come to a temporary halt in one's activity.

Usage example: he paused for a moment to regain his composure

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Persist is an antonym for pause in wait topic.

Nearby Words: paused, pausing

Persist verb - To continue despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement.

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Pause is an antonym for persist.

pause times

persist times

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