opposing

Example Sentences

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So, in spite of O’Leary’s concerted efforts to smear the protesters as “proxies” for the Chinese government, and to dismiss opposing arguments as “poo-poo,” Utah politicians sound quite different right now.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

His 8-foot wingspan and uncanny quickness let him short-circuit opposing offenses all by himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Despite initially opposing it, Trump signed it into law on Nov. 19, 2025.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Our call of the day from Ned Davis Research strategist Pat Tschosik and analyst Philippe Mouls raises an opposing argument to the bubble view: that a supercycle may be starting for chip companies.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

“Best of luck. At present, it’s my father you should worry about. With him opposing you, you have no chance to survive.”

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan