Example Sentences

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Well, we have a quote from George Wallace and from folks who were opposing the Civil Rights Bill.

From Salon • Oct. 29, 2023

In his recent Atlantic interview, he said, “They were opposing us at the UN whenever a critical measure came forward.”

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2022

Voters also were opposing a Colorado proposal to raise the sales tax on marijuana to fund out-of-school programs, such as tutoring, technical skill training, mental health counseling and enrichment programs in the arts.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 3, 2021

They were opposing the construction of a new bus lane that connected to the M32, along with several new bus stops and a bridge.

From BBC • Aug. 31, 2019

These scribes and Pharisees were opposing him and therefore were the enemies of the people.

From The Harp of God by Rutherford, J. F. (Joseph Franklin)