against

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against
əˈɡɛnst Listen
Meanings
preposition
  • in opposition to.
    E.g. the fight against crime
  • in anticipation of and preparation for (a problem or difficulty).
    E.g. he gritted his teeth against the pain
  • in or into physical contact with (something), so as to be supported by or collide with it.
    E.g. she stood with her back against the door
  • in conceptual contrast to.
    E.g. the benefits must be weighed against the costs

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