opposing

Example Sentences

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With Martinez throwing so well, it would be a good strategy for opposing teams to make sure they are leading going into the last two innings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

An open letter signed by hundreds of Hollywood heavyweights was published earlier this month opposing the deal.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

When Dana Eberle sat down to draft the paperwork for her most recent divorce, she didn’t have to worry about opposing counsel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Since shadow docket rulings are unsigned, we can’t know for certain the usual tally of supporting and opposing justices.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

“Thank God he doesn’t have opposing thumbs,” my friend said.

From This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen