Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

oppose

[uh-pohz] / əˈpoʊz /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“A combination of seasonality, weather, the quirks of the holiday calendar, and constrained capacity drove prices substantially higher, as opposed to stronger freight volumes,” said Ken Adamo, DAT’s chief of analytics.

From The Wall Street Journal

Cardiff supporters have also been opposed to this deal and it remains to be seen how they react to this confirmation.

From BBC

Public opinion in Niigata is deeply divided: Around 60 percent of residents oppose the restart, while 37 percent support it, according to a survey conducted in September.

From Barron's

Some opposed to addresses worried they would lead to home mail delivery and trigger the closure of the post office.

From Los Angeles Times

According to a January 2025 poll, 85 percent of Greenlanders oppose joining the United States, with only six percent in favour.

From Barron's