1
as in to resist
to refuse to give in to
I will continue to oppose any attempts to infringe upon our civil liberties
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2
as in to fight
to strive to reduce or eliminate
we must oppose ignorance and prejudice wherever and whenever they arise
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Recent Examples of oppose
Miami’s addition of quarterback Malik Willis, however, could help open up some rushing lanes for Achane in that opposing defensive coordinators will always have to account for the quarterback’s mobility.
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Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Earlier this year, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors and the Dublin City Council passed resolutions opposing any such re-opening of the facility.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
The Golden State Warriors communications department did not immediately respond to a request from OutKick for comment regarding White’s allegations or the organization's policies on opposing fan gear in VIP areas.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Lawmakers opposed to such budget moves have accused Newsom of trying to balance the state’s budget by increasing costs on its most vulnerable residents.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
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Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Earlier this year, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors and the Dublin City Council passed resolutions opposing any such re-opening of the facility.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
The Golden State Warriors communications department did not immediately respond to a request from OutKick for comment regarding White’s allegations or the organization's policies on opposing fan gear in VIP areas.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Lawmakers opposed to such budget moves have accused Newsom of trying to balance the state’s budget by increasing costs on its most vulnerable residents.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oppose
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But the California high school athletics governing body has resisted, sparking outrage from anti-trans groups.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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These allow companies to resist speculative takeover and embed mission and values for the benefit of employees, customers, and/or the broader community.—
Alex Amouyel,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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The Steelers will likely win around 10 games and once again be fighting into the final weeks of the season for a playoff berth.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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The Warsh view A concern with Miran's approach is that, if the Fed keeps looking through supply shocks, markets and the public will doubt its inflation-fighting credibility.—
Matt Peterson,Steve Liesman,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Tea tree and eucalyptus oil have both proven to be very effective at combating fungal infections.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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China has looked to redefine its global brand in an effort to boost tourism and combat negative narratives.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
14 May 2026
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“Oppose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oppose. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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