at odds

Idioms  

1. In disagreement, opposed. For example, It is only natural for the young and old to be at odds over money matters. This idiom uses odds in the sense of “a condition of being unequal or different,” and transfers it to a difference of opinion, or quarrel. [Late 1500s]

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Example Sentences

ADF’s efforts have led Waggoner to arguments that are potentially at odds with the conservative judicial framework known as originalism, which aims to apply constitutional text as it was understood when adopted.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Swiss government’s proposal to introduce tougher rules puts the country at odds with the U.S. and U.K. easing banks’ capital needs, BofA says.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the weeks that followed, Bass was unsteady in her public appearances and at odds with her fire chief, whom she ultimately dismissed.

From Los Angeles Times

Even after the two sides agreed to bring in a mediator in January, they remained at odds over pay, staffing and unresolved charges of unfair labour practices.

From BBC

“You’re at odds with some things in your life and you’re trying to figure out which direction to go,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

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