opposition
Example Sentences
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Opposition in British Columbia posed a significant hurdle to a new pipeline.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026
Opposition to the mammoth tech hubs and their massive thirst of water, power and land has only escalated throughout the state and nation ever since.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2026
The leader of His Majesty's Opposition is in an apologetic mood.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Opposition lawmaker Sonia Sinani said it will actually make things worse and "pour gasoline on the flames" of the street protests.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
Opposition leaders in Parliament demanded the prosecution of those connected with his death.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
Vocabulary lists containing opposition
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 4
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The New SAT: Words to Capture Tone
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100 SAT words Beginning with "O"
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