opposing sets
[/əˈpoʊzɪŋ sɛts/]
nounpl: opposing sets
conjuntos opostos
1. Two or more groups, collections, or teams that are in conflict, competition, or hold contrasting positions or interests
The two opposing sets of ideas clashed during the debate.
Os dois conjuntos opostos de ideias entraram em conflito durante o debate.
2. In mathematics and logic, distinct collections of elements that are mutually exclusive or contradictory in nature
The opposing sets in the Venn diagram showed no overlap.
Os conjuntos opostos no diagrama de Venn não apresentavam sobreposição.
3. In sports or games, teams or groups that are competing against each other
The opposing sets of players faced off in the championship match.
Os conjuntos opostos de jogadores se enfrentaram na partida do campeonato.
The term 'opposing sets' is commonly used in academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in mathematics, logic, sports commentary, and political discourse. In Brazilian Portuguese, it reflects the formal structure of the language, while in casual contexts, Brazilians might use 'grupos rivais' or 'times adversários' depending on context.
NYC Slang
rival squads, beefing groups
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