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against

[uh-genst, uh-geynst] / əˈgɛnst, əˈgeɪnst /
PREPOSITION
opposite to
Synonyms
WEAK
contra contrary to counter to in contrast to in opposition to opposed to versus vs

Example Sentences

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So on Sunday the Kings tried a different route, opening against the Colorado Avalanche.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

On paper, Arsenal's run-in looks more favourable as their five remaining games are against teams in the bottom half of the table.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Doctors may be getting closer to having a potent weapon against a genetic driver of lung cancer that has long lacked any targeted treatment options.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

In each of the last four seasons, the Kings have opened the Stanley Cup playoffs against the Edmonton Oilers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

But the paintbrush rubbing against the calluses on your palms calls you back to the bar.

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