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oppose in Dutch

oppose in Dutch is tegengaan, tegenhouden, tegenoverstellen — oppose means to disagree with or actively resist something.

oppose in Dutch

tegengaan
verb
To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.
tegenhouden
verb
To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.
tegenoverstellen
verb
To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

What does "oppose" mean?

  1. verb To disagree with or actively resist something.
    "My parents opposed the idea of me moving abroad so young."
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oppose in a sentence

  • My parents opposed the idea of me moving abroad so young.
  • Several senators opposed the bill.

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What is "oppose" in Dutch?
"oppose" in Dutch is tegengaan, tegenhouden, tegenoverstellen. oppose means: To disagree with or actively resist something.
How do you use "oppose" in a sentence?
Example: "My parents opposed the idea of me moving abroad so young." In Dutch, "oppose" is tegengaan, tegenhouden, tegenoverstellen.
Are there other ways to say "oppose" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "oppose": tegengaan, tegenhouden, tegenoverstellen.
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