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as in resists
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 combats
to strive to reduce or eliminate
we must oppose ignorance and prejudice wherever and whenever they arise
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Recent Examples of opposes
The industry opposes federal regulation aimed at protecting consumers, arguing that such legislation would undermine state authority.
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Alana Wise, NPR, 4 Apr. 2026
Finally, a group that opposes affirmative action is suing the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, alleging that some college scholarships for Black students discriminate based on race.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Early on, the emotive Moon opposes firm Saturn, meaning that our plans might get caught between patience with ourselves and duties to others.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
The Colorado Hospital Association — which opposes the bill — says state laws require all hospitals to screen patients for discounted care, wait six months before garnishing wages, and provide 30 days' notice.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
The moody Moon in your 6th House of Effort opposes fiery Mars in your 12th House of Thoughts, stirring urgency around upcoming deadlines, outdated routines, or daily goals.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
Day Pitney opposes disqualification.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2026
McMorrow opposes Schumer; el Sayed did not respond.
—Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
Trump opposes the use of universal mail-in balloting because of its susceptibility to fraud, including ballot harvesting and non-citizens voting.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Alana Wise, NPR, 4 Apr. 2026
Finally, a group that opposes affirmative action is suing the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, alleging that some college scholarships for Black students discriminate based on race.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Early on, the emotive Moon opposes firm Saturn, meaning that our plans might get caught between patience with ourselves and duties to others.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
The Colorado Hospital Association — which opposes the bill — says state laws require all hospitals to screen patients for discounted care, wait six months before garnishing wages, and provide 30 days' notice.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
The moody Moon in your 6th House of Effort opposes fiery Mars in your 12th House of Thoughts, stirring urgency around upcoming deadlines, outdated routines, or daily goals.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
Day Pitney opposes disqualification.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2026
McMorrow opposes Schumer; el Sayed did not respond.
—Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
Trump opposes the use of universal mail-in balloting because of its susceptibility to fraud, including ballot harvesting and non-citizens voting.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opposes
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Made from extra-durable, knife-friendly material, each board resists moisture, supports hygiene, and stands up to daily wear.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Supporters describe him as a fighter but Harris resists the label of politician.—
Brian Unger,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Mix cinnamon with warm water to create a spray that combats fungal issues and discourages pests from returning.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
15 Mar. 2026
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Eight Saints Retinol Facial Moisturizer Cream The Eight Saints Retinol Facial Moisturizer Cream is a fragrance-free, multitasking formula that combats wrinkles, fine lines, and saggy skin.—
Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
10 Mar. 2026
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Revisiting elections in Georgia and Arizona, too California isn't the only place where fights − and investigations − over ballot counting are taking place.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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Blaydes fights Josh Hokit on the main card of UFC 327 on April 11 in Miami.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2026
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After The Boss exits, New Art confronts Curator, questioning the promise of visibility and a newfound purpose.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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One of the biggest comes late, when their son Billy (Joel Ochoa) confronts his father.—
Steven Winn,
San Francisco Chronicle,
3 Apr. 2026
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Termini counters DraftKings’ assertion that the NCAA’s deal with Genius Sports undermines its position.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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At shorter ranges, the ForceShield short-range and very-short-range air defense (SHORAD/VSHORAD) layer counters low-altitude threats such as drones.—
David Szondy
March 12,
New Atlas,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Opposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opposes. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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