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to oppose
01
opporsi a
to strongly disagree with a policy, plan, idea, etc. and try to prevent or change it
Transitive: to oppose a plan or idea
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Esempi
The local residents opposed the construction of the new factory due to environmental concerns.
I residenti locali si sono opposti alla costruzione della nuova fabbrica a causa di preoccupazioni ambientali.
02
opporsi, resistere
to firmly resist something
Transitive: to oppose a regulation
Esempi
The workers opposed the safety changes, pushing back against the new regulations.
I lavoratori si sono opposti ai cambiamenti sulla sicurezza, resistendo alle nuove normative.
03
opporre, contrastare
to place something against another thing in order to create a contrast, balance, or counterbalance
Transitive: to oppose effect of something
Esempi
The dark colors of the walls oppose the bright furniture, creating a striking contrast.
I colori scuri delle pareti si oppongono ai mobili luminosi, creando un contrasto sorprendente.
04
affrontare, opporsi a
to engage in a contest or competition with someone, aiming to defeat them
Transitive: to oppose a rival
Esempi
He had to oppose his toughest rival in the final round of the tournament.
Dovette opporsi al suo avversario più duro nel turno finale del torneo.
05
opporsi, contrastare
to counter or raise something or someone against another
Transitive: to oppose sth
Esempi
The lawyer opposed the defendant's argument by presenting new evidence.
L'avvocato si oppose all'argomentazione dell'imputato presentando nuove prove.
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