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  • present participle of oppose.
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opposing

[uh-poh-zing] / əˈpoʊ zɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
at variance
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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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

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander apparently isn’t amused by a new board game that pokes fun at the Oklahoma City Thunder star’s reputation for garnering foul calls at the hint of contact by an opposing player.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Markets have been simultaneously pricing in two opposing scenarios, he said.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

"Who are we to tell soldiers, who know their job and the dangers... what they're allowed to do?" he asked, distancing himself from what he called "ideologues" who take the opposing view.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

The hope is that opposing military forces will peacefully occupy the area, since there is no reason to fight.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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