oppose
verb (used with object)
to act against or provide resistance to; combat.
opposes
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present tense formof oppose (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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China has denied the allegations, previously insisting it opposes and cracks down on all forms of cyberattacks.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
But his true impact won't be known for several years, said Justin Mazzola, deputy director for research at Amnesty International USA, which opposes the death penalty.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
Athletes.org, a nonprofit organization that advocates for college athletes’ rights, opposes the bill and continues to push for athletes to be allowed to unionize.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
But the Western States Petroleum Assn. trade group opposes that, saying it would penalize California refiners that have already invested in making the cleaner fuel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
In attendance upon him was Anteros, said sometimes to be the avenger of slighted love, sometimes the one who opposes love; also Himeros or Longing, and Hymen, the God of the Wedding Feast.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
