against

Example Sentences

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That realisation would be tested at their next game against the hosts in front of a 73,000-strong crowd in Rome.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s real battle will be against the rate hawks who see a healthier economy and reach for the handcuffs.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

But against New York, his shooting percentage has plummeted from 51% to 40.5%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

“This is a moment where the city residents and nation were asking us to act swiftly and boldly against the federal government, and we haven’t done it,” said Soto-Martínez.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

“Oh,” Kathy said, leaning forward, elbows against the picnic table’s peeled green paint.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith