against

Example Sentences

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The country was seen as a beacon of political stability — and a bulwark against the Soviet Union — during the 1950s.

From Los Angeles Times

Against her blue hair and bold, pink doll-head suit, the orange backdrop crackled with energy — it was perfect.

From Los Angeles Times

When you weigh his selfish desires against any other character’s needs, Marty is as hollow as a ping pong ball.

From Los Angeles Times

He’s losing audience share and, when he spoke out against antisemitism at AmericaFest, many in the audience booed him.

From Salon

The court heard how Mr Aman, who had been delivering food to his wife and four-year-old child earlier in the evening was driving to Barry Road to deliver groceries to his mother, got out of the car to defend himself against the 16-year-old.

From BBC