No. 1,526 in Swedish
oppositionen
"The opposition" – refers to political parties or groups opposing the ruling government or majority.
In a sentence
Oppositionen kritiserade regeringens nya lagförslag.
The opposition criticized the government's new bill.
Here, 'oppositionen' refers to political groups opposing the government, illustrating its use in political context.
Det är viktigt att oppositionen för fram sina synpunkter i debatten.
It is important that the opposition presents its views in the debate.
In this sentence, 'oppositionen' emphasizes the role of providing alternative perspectives in discussions.
Journalisten intervjuade ledaren för oppositionen.
The journalist interviewed the leader of the opposition.
This usage of 'oppositionen' identifies a specific leader associated with the opposing political groups.
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