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Resistance or dissent expressed in action
“The unions have taken violent opposition to the mutual aid pact ever since its inception.”
Resistance or dissent, expressed in the form of an argument
“The Maastricht Treaty then split the Conservative parliamentary party, appearing to imperil British national sovereignty and encouraging vocal opposition to European integration.”
A strong dislike or disinclination
“Monroe, at the time of his appointment, had distinguished himself chiefly by his extreme opposition to the administration.”
A conflict or struggle between two parties
“Some of the packers resented this, and, immediately, there was a bitter opposition between the two.”
An opponent or group of opponents, such as in sport, business, or politics
“In any event, it is not the coach's business to let the opposition know beforehand the team's weaknesses in any area.”
A state of contrast or oppositeness
“These disagreements stem from the fact that one text of the discourse may focus on the opposition between the various positively or negatively valued terms.”
Protest, objection, disapproving pleading, or an act thereof
The state of being intractable
Dissension or hostile disagreement between two or more parties
A division or contrast between two things
The use of force or violence to oppose someone or something
(uncountable mass noun) People against whom one competes
Complaint, criticism
A refusal to conform to rules, laws or standards
The act or an instance of dissuading
The act, or an expression, of criticism, censure or condemnation
A state of uncertainty or indecisiveness
The action of interfering or the process of being interfered with
A political philosophy that advocates traditional values
The absence or opposite of something actual or positive
An abrupt or ungracious rejection of an offer, request, or friendly gesture
Annoyance or resentment brought about by a perceived insult to or disregard for oneself
Breakaway group
Something that encumbers progress or movement
An action such as prolonged speaking which obstructs progress in a legislative assembly in a way that does not technically contravene the required procedures
The art of investigating or discussing the truth of opinions
Antigovernment or anarchist
In opposition to official policy
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