set against
Example Sentences
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That leaves the economy with one group of people potentially struggling with debts, set against an overall borrowing population that is fairly healthy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
The homophonic novels share other likenesses: Both center on estranged sisters, both are set against a backdrop of political unrest and both feature the unlikely appearance of a horse.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Hawaii rallied to take an early 11-7 lead in the first set against Long Beach Saturday night.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
A blooming marvellous kit - South Korea's away strip featured an energetic, floral design set against a violet base.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
It seemed like a safe place, and safety was all the robot really wanted, so she stood there, motionless, all perfect lines and angles set against the irregular shapes of the wilderness.
From "The Wild Robot" by Peter Brown
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