oppose

Example Sentences

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The Lakenheath Alliance for Peace, which organised the protest, said the seven had been arrested wearing clothing with the message: "We oppose genocide, we support Palestine Action."

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

“Territorial integrity is a red line for most Iranians, whether they support the regime or oppose it,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

What’s most concerning is the use of actual residents’ identities — without their knowledge or consent — to oppose life-saving clean air standards.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

While it does not oppose cremation, it does ban scattering of ashes.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The plane lands with a few bumps, and as we race along the runway, the forces of the plane’s momentum and the brakes oppose each other.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan