opponent
Example Sentences
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That’s the principal threat raised by opponents of the California proposal.
From Los Angeles Times
Come the most crucial moments, the Hurricanes don’t merely stop their opponents from completing a pass.
He skilfully won over his opponents, with his humorous and likeable character enabling his scheming and deceit to fly under the radar.
From BBC
Aberdeen, now winless in six games, were ideal opponents for Rangers to keep their run going.
From Barron's
A proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern would foster efficiencies, but opponents say the deal would kill competition.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
