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go against
verb as in counteract
Example Sentences
"I think it's very clear that throughout the process, mistakes were made, children were overlooked and there were mistakes and decisions that went against children's best interests."
Those manifesto commitments are clearly under pressure, if the OBR's calculations go against the Treasury.
On Sunday, Stafford will go against a surprising Colts team led by quarterback Daniel Jones.
These factors have been prioritised because an effective high press forces the opposition to kick the ball long, often going against their plan, increasing the likelihood the ball is given to the other team.
I get more nervous watching the game because I am suffering for my team-mates when you see something go against them and they're trying to make something different and it doesn't come.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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