against

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Instead, when the war started and Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz, Liu’s bets went bad as price moves cut against him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

“I got my back against the record machine,” from “Jump.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

In recent days, there have been figures from the police, military and business who have all spoken out against Fidesz, and László believes this is a sign that the public mood has turned against Orbán.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

His department hasn’t taken steps to expand access or roll back longstanding federal warnings against its consumption.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Coach fixes his gaze on me, taps his clipboard against his thigh.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam