unopposed

/ ˌʌnəˈpəʊzd /

adjective

1. not opposed

   elected unopposed as party president

Example Sentences

Fifa has released its evaluation report for Saudi Arabia's unopposed bid to host the men's World Cup in 2034, paving the way for the kingdom to be formally awarded the finals next month.

From BBC

Clark ran unopposed for the seat that was vacated by Democrat Aicha Davis.

From Salon

Even in the first election, when George Washington ran unopposed, it took Congress more than two months to count the votes and certify the Election Day results.

From Salon

It allowed Japan space and Otsuka ran in unopposed to make the scoreline more respectable, but Wales looked comfortable in seeing out the game.

From BBC

She was elected unopposed after Miles decided not to stand for the leadership.

From BBC

Related Words

• unanimous
• uncontested
• unimpeded