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To stand against something, ideally on purpose and not just out of habit.
means To actively resist, disagree with, or push back against a person, plan, or idea.
from From Latin opponere, to set against — ob (against) plus ponere (to place), literally putting your foot down across someone's path.
Built-in oppositeShares its root with opponent and obstacle.
Grammar twistOpposed to means against; opposite to means facing.
Political fixtureThe Opposition is a job, loyally disagreeing for pay.