in opposition to
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One group spent more than $5.8 million in opposition to the tax increase, boosted by six-figure contributions from the venture capitalist Michael Moritz and the Google co-founder Sergey Brin, according to the city’s campaign-finance database.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Every major American medical association to consider this issue has come out in opposition to “conversion therapy” for youth and endorsed its prohibition.
From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026
While a number of videos show chants in opposition to both the Islamic Republic and the deposed monarchy.
From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026
But, these days, the PRI is a weakened minority player in opposition to the government of Sheinbaum, elected under the banner of the now-dominant Morena party.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2025
It was whispered that I was trying to lead a secret group in opposition to the party.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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