over against

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Wood conceded 14 runs from the 19th over against Nepal on Sunday in taking 1-31 from three overs.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

It has a constellation of green and pink rhinestones all over, against bursts of bright red stitching.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2025

“They’re such a high-octane, potent team. And a big part of that was us not turning it over against them.”

From Seattle Times • Jan. 13, 2024

Australia scored at 9.25 runs an over against pace, which took two wickets, and 8.58 against the three spinners - also losing five wickets.

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2023

I sat down in the cliental chair placed over against Mr. Jaggers’s chair, and became fascinated by the dismal atmosphere of the place.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens