If he wins the Countship, my open opposition almost forces him to go on to make his threat good.

But he admitted that political opposition might force him to abandon the fight.

Leo's opposition forced the emperor to back down temporarily in 1082.

But fierce opposition in Parliament forced him to call them back.

The opposition to the original plans forced the construction of additional tunnels, driving the budget up further.

But fierce public opposition forced the agency to put that plan aside, officials said.

The opposition has also forced the government to cancel the annual military parade.

Remember, trade union and public opposition forced the re-think in the poll tax.

But strong local opposition to sites proposed for the smaller programs forced the Mayor to delay.

Only significant public opposition will force the Pataki administration to reverse its unfortunate change of policy.