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against

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


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According to the researchers, these particles provided strong protection against damaging ultraviolet radiation while producing less white cast than conventional zinc oxide formulas.

From Science Daily Jul. 20, 2026

So what are the odds that I literally have countless works right now in my store of examples of people who fought against fascism?

From Salon Jul. 20, 2026

The brothers have been able to travel to the US since travel restrictions against them in Romania were lifted in early 2025.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

She scored notable victories against several male world champions, including Russia's Garry Kasparov in 2002.

From Barron's Jul. 20, 2026

The music coming from outside is drowned out by the sound of my heart pounding against my rib cage.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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