against

Example Sentences

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However, it has been far less successful against solid tumors.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

Ballmer was added in November as a defendant in a civil lawsuit against Sanberg and several others associated with Aspiration.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Unlike other media companies, it’s lawyered up to fight against the FCC’s latest demands.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Asked about facing a Ukrainian player next, Andreeva told the media: "It doesn't matter who I play. I really try to play against the ball that is coming at me and focus on the game."

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

She squinted against the burning midsummer late-afternoon sun that glinted in at a hard angle through the window.

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