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against

[uh-genst, uh-geynst] / əˈgɛnst, əˈgeɪnst /
PREPOSITION
opposite to
Synonyms
WEAK
contra contrary to counter to in contrast to in opposition to opposed to versus vs

Example Sentences

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After Monday's penultimate home game, Spurs go to Chelsea on 17 May before rounding off a dreadful season back home against Everton on 24 May.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

"Trump appears focused on preserving this truce and using the time to build insulation against dependence on China for key inputs," Ryan Hass of the Brookings Institution said.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Australian monetary authorities have said they are keeping a close eye on AI threats, while officials in Japan plan to establish a framework to defend against cyber risks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

A big play was when Reaves took a charge against Gilgeous-Alexander with 10:34 left in the third quarter, which was his fourth foul.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

I frown at him and shove my finger against my lips.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam