opposition

Example Sentences

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The leader of Israel’s opposition, Yair Lapid, was less sanguine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

In two years, Magyar has built an opposition movement capable of challenging Orban.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“What we’re seeing is that supporting trans people isn’t unpopular — it’s that the loudest opposition has gone unanswered in some places,” Hack said.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

For some Social Circle residents, their opposition is not only a question of resources, but of human rights.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

When plans were announced for spraying 3 million acres in 1957 opposition became even stronger.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson