opposing
/əˈpoʊ.zɪŋ/
verb
- Present participle of oppose; actively resisting or fighting against something.
- The group is opposing the construction of a new factory near the school.
- They are opposing the new law by gathering signatures for a petition.
- He spent his career opposing unfair labor practices.
adjective
- In conflict or competition with someone or something; on the other side.
- She debated against the opposing lawyer in court.
- The opposing team scored first in the championship game.
- The opposing armies faced each other across the field.
- Having a contrary or opposite effect or direction.
- The two forces have opposing effects on the climate.
- They hold opposing views on how to solve the problem.
- The car moved in the opposing direction to avoid the collision.
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