opposing view
[/əˈpoʊzɪŋ vjuː/]
nounpl: opposing views
ponto de vista oposto / visão contrária / perspectiva divergente
1. A perspective or opinion that is contrary to or in disagreement with another viewpoint
The two candidates presented opposing views on healthcare policy.
Os dois candidatos apresentaram pontos de vista opostos sobre a política de saúde.
2. A standpoint that conflicts with the dominant or previously stated position
Despite the opposing view from the board members, the CEO moved forward with the project.
Apesar da visão contrária dos membros do conselho, o CEO prosseguiu com o projeto.
3. An alternative interpretation or understanding of a situation
The article presented both the official narrative and an opposing view from critics.
O artigo apresentou tanto a narrativa oficial quanto uma perspectiva divergente de críticos.
In Brazilian and American discourse, acknowledging opposing views is highly valued in democratic and academic settings. In business contexts, companies often use the phrase 'opposing view' when presenting market alternatives or competitive analysis. In political debates, especially in the US, media outlets frequently highlight 'opposing views' to show balanced reporting. In Brazil, acknowledging opposing views is seen as intellectually honest, particularly in educational and journalistic contexts.
NYC Slang
opposite take / different angle / the other side of it
Related Idioms & Phrases
take a different view
see eye to eye (antonym usage)
come from different angles
have a bone to pick (related to disagreement)
agree to disagree
the flip side
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