against

Example Sentences

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In the meantime, she counsels the girls she trains against child marriage.

From BBC

The committee said it had considered the presence of Birmingham city councillors on the SAG, including one who had been campaigning against the fixture taking place.

From BBC

Councillor Waseem Zaffar, who has since passed away, did declare an interest as a campaigner against the match at the first SAG meeting.

From BBC

A 2021 Supreme Court decision invalidated the NCAA’s prohibition against compensation of collegiate athletes.

From The Wall Street Journal

A little peek into their potential could be seen on Saturday against Great Oak.

From Los Angeles Times