in opposition to

phrase

1
: in a way that is against someone or something
He spoke in opposition to the new law.
Her theories stand in opposition to traditional beliefs.
2
: in a way that shows how two things are different or disagree
two words that can be defined in opposition to each other

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It was widely believed that Koval, 20, opted out in opposition to LSU’s signing 6-foot-5 Russian center Anna Minaeva, who previously played professionally for MBA Moscow. — David K. Li, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026 However, retailers are generally in opposition to the settlement, Jeon said. — Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026 About 500 protesters gathered on the Capitol steps Wednesday afternoon in opposition to legislation that offers to withhold immigrant support providers’ addresses from the public, clashing with a group of counterprotesters. — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026 His comments appeared to be in response to many residents who spoke in opposition to the project and are affiliated with Missouri Workers Power, a coalition of progressive advocacy groups that is trying to force a public vote on the funding plan. — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in opposition to

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“In opposition to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20opposition%20to. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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