The difference between Oppose and Take issue with

When used as verbs, oppose means to attempt to stop the progression of, whereas take issue with means to disagree with something, and to raise objections to it.

check bellow for the other definitions of Oppose and Take issue with

  1. Oppose as a verb:

    To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against; to confront; to resist; to withstand.

    Examples:

    "to oppose the king in battle; to oppose a bill in Congress"

    "There is still time to oppose this plan."

  2. Oppose as a verb:

    To object to.

    Examples:

    "Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans."

  3. Oppose as a verb:

    To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

    Examples:

    "They are opposed to any form of hierarchy."

  4. Oppose as a verb:

    To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.

  1. Take issue with as a verb:

    To disagree with something, and to raise objections to it

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