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against

[uh-genst, uh-geynst] / əˈgɛnst, əˈgeɪnst /


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While in office, Raman has voted dozens of times against establishing new no-camping zones near homeless shelters, senior centers, freeway overpasses and other locations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Many in Ukraine regard the UPA's members as heroes who fought for Ukrainian independence against the Soviet Red Army as well as Nazi Germany and Polish authorities.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

An upside inflation surprise could work against the already stressed tech trade if it drives up expectations for Fed rate hikes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Charges against the pair were later dropped after new evidence emerged, according to the police service of Northern Ireland.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Caesar, his Stetson blocking his face, favoring his bandaged hand, leans against the post.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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