oppose
verb (used with object)
to act against or provide resistance to; combat.
has been opposing
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present perfect progressiveof oppose (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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“What we have is nontransparent, deceptive pricing,” said Chuck Bell, a director at Consumer Reports, who has been opposing junk fees for years.
From New York Times ● Jun. 15, 2023
For years, the Seattle-based Sea Shepherd Conservation Society has been opposing the drives that date from the late 16th century.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 14, 2021
He has denied the accusations and has been opposing US attempts to strip him of his citizenship.
From BBC ● Apr. 2, 2010
The Department for Work and Pensions, which has been opposing the claim, said losing the case would mean it paying out £520m this year - and an increasing amount in years ahead.
From BBC ● Mar. 16, 2010
It'll be the last chance you're going to have, for he will be in jail to-night, and to-morrow we will decide whether or not he has been opposing the draft.
From The Blot on the Kaiser's 'Scutcheon by Newell Dwight Hillis
