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Uncommonoppose
The correct spelling is oppose.
How to pronounce oppose
/əˈpəʊz/
verbIPA: /əˈpəʊz/
Say it like: Opp-ose
The correct spelling is oppose. To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against. For example: "There is still time to oppose this plan."
Usage Examples
“There is still time to oppose this plan.”
“Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans.”
“They are opposed to any form of hierarchy.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.
- 2.To object to.
- 3.To present or set up in opposition; to pose.
- 4.To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.
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