oppose
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US allies in Europe that oppose the war and have been reluctant to come to America's aid in reopening the strait will also have to be convinced.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
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
Sixty-five percent of Americans oppose the construction of new data centers in their community.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
What’s most concerning is the use of actual residents’ identities — without their knowledge or consent — to oppose life-saving clean air standards.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
“Re’lar Ambrose to be fined ten talents and six. Does any master oppose this action?”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
Vocabulary lists containing oppose
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade 11)
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Common Core Grades 7–8, List 1
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