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'opponent' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'opponent' with 20 example sentences.


opponent adjective

: characterized by active hostility

opponent noun

: a contestant that you are matched against

: someone who offers opposition


  • Don't underestimate your opponents.
  • Many opponents were sent to Siberia.
  • Public opinion has been sharply divided into supporters and opponents.
  • The samurai decapitated his opponent in one fell swoop.
  • You're a worthy opponent.
  • Lincoln welcomed his old political opponent.
  • He defeated his opponent in the election.
  • Tyrannical governments frequently imprison their political opponents.
  • Japan's most important opponent was China.
  • He doesn't stand a chance against his opponent.
  • He knocked his opponent out.
  • Most opponents of slavery did not vote.
  • He had a slight edge on his opponent.
  • The home team always have an advantage over their opponents.
  • I cannot encourage Ken. He's my opponent.
  • Our opponents are teachers which cost us nothing.
  • The candidate made wild accusations against his opponent.
  • What was your opponent's name?
  • The communist gave in to his tough opponent at last.
  • He is generous to his opponents.
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