opposing

Example Sentences

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The available sources support and affirm the article’s characterization rather than present opposing arguments.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

A group of officials from the prosecutor’s office drafted a letter opposing Khan’s continuing to serve as chief prosecutor that was read at Wednesday’s meeting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

In 2023 it brokered a deal between bitter rivals Saudi Arabia and Iran, which lave long stood on opposing sides in proxy wars in the Middle East.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Secular and Christian popular culture swim in opposing halves of divided entertainment waters, despite broadcast TV’s lengthy history of featuring Christian-leaning shows, including “Touched by an Angel,” “Joan of Arcadia” and, however regrettably, “7th Heaven.”

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Whenever I found myself up against my mother’s faith-based obstinacy, I would try, as respectfully as possible, to counter with an opposing point of view.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah