initially oppose
Frequency: 6.26.5 per million words
to oppose something at the beginning
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- The ban was initially opposed by the US.
- Many local residents initially opposed the construction project.
- She initially opposed the idea, but later changed her mind.
- We will initially oppose any changes to the current policy.
- Even though he initially opposed it, he eventually supported the reform.
- The proposal was initially opposed due to budget concerns.
- They initially opposed the merger, fearing job losses.
- Do you still initially oppose the new regulations, or have your views evolved?
- Having initially opposed the plan, the committee now sees its benefits.
- The senator initially opposed the bill, but intense lobbying swayed his vote.