oppose

Example Sentences

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The Lakenheath Alliance for Peace, which organised the protest, said the seven had been arrested wearing clothing with the message: "We oppose genocide, we support Palestine Action."

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

A student government survey found 94% of students oppose the A cap, fearing increased stress and competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Groups that oppose the plant want to make sure that doesn’t happen.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Traditional finance firms and Sifma oppose a broad exemption, citing investor protection concerns and potential profit erosion.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The Indian community was outraged and launched a concerted, two-year campaign of passive resistance to oppose the measures.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela