opposing

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Congressional Democrats sent a letter earlier this month opposing the possibility that it could reopen as an immigrant detention facility.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

But other legged robot companies have drawn a line opposing weaponisation, citing risks of harm and ethical issues.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The creatures faced a prophetic choice: munch on the grass on the side marked with a Mexican flag, or opt for the greenery on the opposing South African side.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

But this year, Misiorowski has cut his walks in half, and opposing hitters have an MLB-worst .150 batting average against him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Teams had six tackles, or downs, to score before the opposing team took possession of the ball and tried to score.

From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge