violent opposition
[ˈvaɪələnt əˈpɒzɪʃən]
noun phrasepl: violent oppositions
oposição violenta
1. fierce, forceful, or aggressive resistance against something or someone; strong disagreement expressed through physical force or aggression
The government faced violent opposition from protesters who clashed with police.
O governo enfrentou oposição violenta de manifestantes que entraram em conflito com a polícia.
2. active hostile action or resistance characterized by force, intensity, or extreme intensity
The new law met with violent opposition from civil rights groups.
A nova lei enfrentou oposição violenta de grupos de direitos civis.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese news media, political discourse, and historical contexts. In Brazil, it frequently appears in discussions of social movements, labor strikes, and political demonstrations. The phrase carries serious connotations and is typically used in formal registers when describing street protests, military conflicts, or significant political resistance. In the USA, this phrase is often used in historical and contemporary discussions of civil rights movements and political activism.
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