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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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So on Sunday the Kings tried a different route, opening against the Colorado Avalanche.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

Arsenal have now lost back-to-back Premier League games for the first time since December 2023, ending a five-game unbeaten streak in the league against Manchester City in the process - winning two and drawing three.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Chemotherapy brought the first meaningful progress against leukemia, but it also exposed a defining paradox of cancer care.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

In each of the last four seasons, the Kings have opened the Stanley Cup playoffs against the Edmonton Oilers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

Nine reclined against a crumpled soda can and crossed his arms.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman