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Preposition

against

1. In a contrary direction to.
   • It is hard work to swim against the current.
2. In physical opposition to; in collision with.
   • The rain pounds against the window.
3. In physical contact with, so as to abut or be supported by.
   • The ladder was leaning against the wall.
4. Close to, alongside.
   • A row of trees stood against a fence.
5. In front of; before (a background).
   • The giant was silhouetted against the door.
6. In contrast or comparison with.
   • There is an awesome authenticity in Barrus's voice which, I imagine, is frightening to those who must evaluate art against a one-dimensional standard of political rectitude.1986 February 15, Lars Eighner, “A Homosexual Norman Mailer?”, in Gay Community News, volume 13, number 31, page 5

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