in opposition to
idiom
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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The Board considered testimony in opposition to parole from the victims’ family members.
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Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 9 July 2025
Do not be intimidated or discouraged from speaking out, writing, demonstrating, boycotting, or undertaking any other nonviolent action in opposition to what the regime is doing.
—Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2025
For years, the anti-woke scene has defined itself in opposition to the mainstream left.
—John McDermott, Rolling Stone, 6 July 2025
Despite great odds and in opposition to anti-indigenous rhetoric, Thorpe developed an affinity for athletic endeavors, which would ultimately evolve him into a multisport powerhouse and symbol of the strength and perseverance of his Native peoples.
—Anne Easton, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
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Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 9 July 2025
Do not be intimidated or discouraged from speaking out, writing, demonstrating, boycotting, or undertaking any other nonviolent action in opposition to what the regime is doing.
—Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2025
For years, the anti-woke scene has defined itself in opposition to the mainstream left.
—John McDermott, Rolling Stone, 6 July 2025
Despite great odds and in opposition to anti-indigenous rhetoric, Thorpe developed an affinity for athletic endeavors, which would ultimately evolve him into a multisport powerhouse and symbol of the strength and perseverance of his Native peoples.
—Anne Easton, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
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“In opposition to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20opposition%20to. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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