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opposition

[op-uh-zish-uhn] / ˌɒp əˈzɪʃ ən /




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In fact, he has expressed active opposition to A.I. regulation.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Bass, during Tuesday’s kickoff, criticized Raman for her opposition to a law that keeps homeless encampments at least 500 feet from schools.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The initiative faces broad opposition across the government, parliament and business sector, but opinion polls suggest the vote could be tight.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

They must get through two rounds of home and away ties against European opposition.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The May-Johnson Bill would meet its legislative doom thanks to opposition from the scientists and public skepticism about military control, energized by public missteps such as the destruction of the Japanese cyclotrons.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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