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opposes
verb(op-pose)
contrast with equal weight or force
Synonyms: counterbalance,
opposes
verb(op-pose)
set into opposition or rivalry
Synonyms: match, pit, play off,
opposes
verb(op-pose)
be resistant to
Synonyms: contradict, controvert,
Examples:
The board opposed his motion.
opposes
verb(op-pose)
fight against or resist strongly
Synonyms: defend, fight, fight back, fight down,
Examples:
The senator said he would oppose the bill.
opposes
verb(op-pose)
act against or in opposition to
Synonyms: react,
opposes
verb(op-pose)
be against; express opposition to
Examples:
We oppose the ban on abortion.

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