But its potential impact on the watershed has also stirred vigorous opposition among environmentalists and city officials.

Despite vigorous opposition from the British, the American proposal was adopted.

The new ordinance passed despite vigorous opposition from gun rights advocates.

Despite the vigorous opposition of every major airline, this arrangement was permitted.

As a result, he is thought unlikely to attract vigorous opposition from Republicans in confirmation hearings.

My discussions with local civic groups have made clear that there will be vigorous opposition and litigation against the use of the park.

Tauscher was re-elected in 1998 and 2000 against vigorous Republican opposition.

But they promised "vigorous opposition" to any health plan that includes a requirement of abortion coverage.

Despite the vigorous opposition and the hefty price, more than 5,500 copies have been sold since May.