dissenting (to)

Definition of dissenting (to)next
present participle of dissent (to)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissenting (to)
opposing
Verb
  • Using Hart on Johnson allowed the Knicks to put 6-7 forward OG Anunoby — normally their defensive stopper against opposing wings — on 6-10 center Onyeka Okongwu, who thrives in the pick-and-pop game.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Some of the progressives now opposing Iron Dome funding are arguing that Israel does not need the assistance.
    Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Dissenting (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissenting%20%28to%29. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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