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consistent opposition

[kən-ˈsis-tənt ə-ˈpo-zi-shən]
noun phrasepl: consistent oppositions
oposição consistente
1. Steady, unwavering resistance or disagreement maintained over time against a person, policy, idea, or action
The senator maintained consistent opposition to the new tax law throughout the legislative process.
O senador manteve oposição consistente à nova lei tributária durante todo o processo legislativo.
2. Persistent and reliable opposition that does not waiver or change
Environmental groups showed consistent opposition to the pipeline project for years.
Grupos ambientais demonstraram oposição consistente ao projeto do oleoduto por anos.
Synonyms
steadfast oppositionunwavering oppositionpersistent oppositioncontinued oppositionsustained resistance
Antonyms
supportendorsementapprovalacquiescence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
oposição consistente
Most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
oposição firme
Alternative phrasing emphasizing firmness
Portugal
oposição constante
Portuguese preference for 'constante' over 'consistente'

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand one's ground
dig in one's heels
hold the line
manter a linha de frente
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