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opposition

[op-uh-zish-uhn] / ˌɒp əˈzɪʃ ən /




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Its Instagram account has attracted more than 22 million followers, surpassing those of both Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party and the opposition National Congress Party.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Pope Leo XIV has started his official visit to Spain by praising its government's opposition to wars as well as its support for migrants.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Laura Crawford, who is a retired accountant, said she works around the clock most days researching data center proposals and organizing local opposition.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Sanchez has rebuffed opposition demands to resign, insisting his minority coalition will see out its term until the next scheduled vote in 2027.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

The committee which visited Lee met with stern opposition.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck




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