be opposed

Example Sentences

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Crucially, a Hormuz toll system would likely be opposed by China, a key ally of Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

I do believe that a majority of Americans, if they understood exactly what was happening, would be opposed to it.

From Salon • Jan. 26, 2026

So who on earth could be opposed to it?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2024

In his remarks, Mr Biden acknowledged that some Israelis - including officials within Israel's government - would likely be opposed to the proposal.

From BBC • May 31, 2024

Moreover, I could not claim to be opposed to war as a matter of general principle.

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien