in opposition
Example Sentences
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He often purposely selected quotations in opposition to one another, creating a dialectic through which his son could come to his own conclusions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Utahns have also deluged Cox with thousands of letters in opposition, while regularly convening on the state Capitol with unflattering signs featuring O’Leary and Cox.
From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026
Plenty of the Prime Minister's critics, in opposition parties and beyond, say they are tired of what they see as warm words and platitudes about antisemitism and want to see concrete action.
From BBC • May 2, 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
