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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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This occurs when investors who previously bet against these stocks must buy back shares to close their positions, driving additional demand and lifting prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

On Thursday, the pope released a statement against military leaders who conflate war with divinity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

HHS indicated that the agency would appeal against the ruling, but has yet to do so, and in the months since, Kennedy has appeared to shift focus away from talking about vaccines.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

There’s less consensus between parties about whether immediate action should be taken against him.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

“Oh,” Kathy said, leaning forward, elbows against the picnic table’s peeled green paint.

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