opposing

Example Sentences

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At the same time, buoyant lithosphere to the west generates an opposing force.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

Neither incidents involved taunting players from the opposing team, and both of those techs have reportedly been rescinded.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

In the late 1970s, the average voter in each party was more or less neutral toward the opposing party, with scores hovering just below 50 degrees.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026

SEATTLE—As the U.S. ran riot in its opening game of the World Cup, the man in the opposing dugout could tell exactly what was happening.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

But it troubles me more when people welcome those from an opposing team.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys