against

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“There’s many other reasons to decry and be against what Larry Ellison is doing,” Riley continues.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Every team in the 12-team group will play six home-or-away matches against six different opponents - two per pot.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

But the retailer’s optimism about those plans has run up against skepticism from investors, who sent shares lower on Wednesday.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Two proxy-advisory firms recommended a vote against the pay packages, citing transparency concerns and the complex carried interest program.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

I leaned back against the mural, becoming part of the scene, waiting for my secret fries with a smile on my face for no reason.

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