1.   Among the spots on the battlefield where the attacking forces encountered strong opposition was a peach orchard on the Union left.

2.   The government has encountered strong opposition over its plans to build a new airport.

3.   The government has encountered strong opposition to its plans to raise income tax.

4.   The police encountered little opposition, and restored order within the hour.

5.   They encountered no opposition though Ranulf maintained that he had seen a rider watching them as they crossed the bridge at Dalmeny.

6.   The proposal by the company Shanks and McEwan to create a tip next to what is a major source of drinking water has encountered widespread opposition.

7.   As they expand, they are encountering opposition from consumers, physicians, hospital groups and officials in a number of states.

8.   As the plant moves closer to a restart date, authority officials are likely to encounter increased opposition.

9.   At the hearing, however, the sale encountered opposition from environmental groups and other elected officials.

10.   Both bills initially encountered strong opposition on the council.