against
Pronunciación: [/əˈɡɛnst/]
Palabra
Contexto: «opposition»
(preposition) used to indicate direct opposition or resistance to something.
Ejemplo
He leaned against the wall.
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I'm not against the idea; I just want to think about it more.
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Why are you against this decision?
Contexto: «competition»
(preposition) used in sports or games to indicate who a team or player is competing with.
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The defending champions are playing against the underdogs.
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I bet against the favorite team and lost.
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Who are they competing against in the final match?
Contexto: «support»
(adverb) in opposition to or contrary to what is expected or desired.
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Surprisingly, he was against the proposal.
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I thought you were against this plan?
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Why are you against joining the team?
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