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against

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


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However, I fear that you fell foul of the same allegation you made against this man with 22 times his salary.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Growing into its ambitious valuation against strong competitors like Nvidia will be a challenge and likely won’t go smoothly.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"The vast majority of people in Calderdale stand together against hate, and that unity is far stronger than the abuse we have seen," he said.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The Adani letter, which noted that the final judgement of the US court is still awaited, stressed that the "company is not a party to this proceeding, and no charges have been brought against it".

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

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

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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