opposition

Example Sentences

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With opposition factions still standing defiant after the poll, the conflict and ensuing humanitarian crisis show no sign of abating.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Hyunsoo Lee, a sophomore and the academic officer for Harvard’s student government, says student opposition to the cap isn’t just about undergrads complaining that grading may get harder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"We are very optimistic. Nobody believes in the opinion polls, neither our own, nor the opposition ones," he says.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

She also defended the government's response to cost of living pressures, with opposition parties asking for more details on how to protect people from rising energy costs.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

‘But,’ said opposition members, ‘let us be more specific.’

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith