In September 2004, several political groups (most are unofficial), on both the left and the right, announced their sharp opposition to the inheritance of power.

But they faced sharp opposition from other companies that own local television stations.

She added, "We have registered very sharp and strong opposition to local content in broadcasting."

The union's numbers stand in sharp opposition to those for overall crime and violence in schools.

The bill never made progress in Congress, facing sharp opposition by Democrats.

The Senate bill, which once seemed likely to pass, has been met with sharp opposition from the public.

But his sharp opposition to American cold war policies led to his exile from the radio and television program.

That provision has sparked sharp opposition in the Arab world.

The event drew sharp opposition from beyond the campus.

Cuts in Israel's liberal social benefits are certain to draw sharp opposition from labor unions and various parties.