as in resisting
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1
as in resisted
to refuse to give in to
I will continue to oppose any attempts to infringe upon our civil liberties
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as in fought
to strive to reduce or eliminate
we must oppose ignorance and prejudice wherever and whenever they arise
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Recent Examples of opposed
Michael Prinzing, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
In December, five board members were supported closing it, while four opposed.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Joey Cappelletti, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
Scientists have long opposed polar geoengineering.
—Christian Elliott, The Atlantic, 31 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
This second theory has inspired lots of research in contemporary psychology, which often sees morality and self-interest as fundamentally opposed.
—Michael Prinzing, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
In December, five board members were supported closing it, while four opposed.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
Some are opposed to negotiating with Democrats at all.
—Joey Cappelletti, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
Scientists have long opposed polar geoengineering.
—Christian Elliott, The Atlantic, 31 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opposed
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Utah has resisted pursuits of Kessler in the past, but one wonders if Jackson’s acquisition makes the Jazz more open-minded on this front.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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When asked to take a photo when the Panthers visited the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024 — with Sandra Douglass Morgan and herself, the only two female presidents in the NFL — Coleman at first resisted.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Feb. 2026
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My great-great-grandfather fought in the Civil War for the Wisconsin 11th Infantry to achieve the American dream.—
Anne Applebaum,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2026
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As Colorado celebrates 150 years of statehood this year, historians are sharing how Black community leaders here fought to secure voting rights for people across our nation.—
Anna Alejo,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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As a result, students often actively reject contrary points of view.—
Chicago Tribune,
Twin Cities,
25 Jan. 2026
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As a result, students often actively reject contrary points of view.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
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This phrase was born on social media and its effects can be combatted with intervention from parents.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
20 Dec. 2025
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Pureval countered that the city leadership combatted crime through numerous measures, including implementing a stricter curfew and recruiting more officers.—
Scott Wartman,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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That agreement committed both nations to consult on security issues and respond to adverse challenges.—
NINIEK KARMINI,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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This fragmentation creates blind spots that contribute to adverse drug events, duplication of therapy and inefficient care and harms that ultimately drive up total health care costs.—
Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Feb. 2026
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The additions were mainly due to an increase of 45,800 local government jobs, which countered a loss of 9,100 state government jobs and 16,500 federal government positions.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Roy has countered by stressing his conservative record and independence, saying the job is about enforcing the law and defending Texas – not personal fealty.—
Philip Jankowski,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Various surveys have produced conflicting results about Arizona's favorite Super Bowl snack over the years.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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She's also reached out to sheriffs across the country and to former federal prosecutors to reconcile conflicting legal interpretations, acting as a behind-the-scenes conduit for change.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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The move was cheered with combative statements by California Democratic leaders.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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The revelation ignited a new round of finger-pointing and accusations inside an already combative primary.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Opposed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opposed. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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