in opposition
Example Sentences
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One group spent more than $5.8 million in opposition to the tax increase, boosted by six-figure contributions from the venture capitalist Michael Moritz and the Google co-founder Sergey Brin, according to the city’s campaign-finance database.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
He has been beleaguered at home and now embarrassed abroad, his critics in opposition parties say, given he has advertised himself as a man who would boost Germany's standing on the international stage.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
When the Hanoi ban was first announced last July, manufacturers of mainly petrol bikes lined up in opposition, with Honda and others warning of job losses at Vietnam plants, according to news reports.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
The California Farm Bureau and the California Cattlemen’s Assn. are in opposition due to concerns over funding.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
It was whispered that I was trying to lead a secret group in opposition to the party.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
