against

Example Sentences

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The Cal Poly logo on the front of the opponents’ jerseys did not elicit the same sort of spirited effort the Bruins had given against more brand-name foes, continuing a troubling trend going back to the season opener.

From Los Angeles Times

Cronin said earlier in the week that Booker sprained his ankle in practice, an injury the big man appeared to exacerbate against Arizona State on Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times

Booker didn’t play in the second half against the Mustangs.

From Los Angeles Times

When everyone had gone, we went in his private room and he showed me a video with all my actions during the game we played against Zaragoza.

From BBC

It was like he had something against me, but he was right.

From BBC