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Définition et signification de « against » en anglais

01

contre

in opposition to someone or something 
against definition and meaning
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Exemples
I decided to go against the advice of my friend. 

J'ai décidé d'aller contre les conseils de mon ami.

02

contre

used to indicate acting as a defense in the face of a negative force or outcome 
Exemples
We vaccinated our children against the flu. 

Nous avons vacciné nos enfants contre la grippe.

03

contre

used to indicate the relationship between a sum of money (loan, financing, guarantee) and the corresponding asset or security 
Exemples
He borrowed $1,000 against his car as collateral. 

Il a emprunté 1 000 $ en utilisant sa voiture comme contre garantie.

04

contre, à côté de

in direct contact with or close proximity to 
Exemples
The ladder leaned against the wall. 

L'échelle était appuyée contre le mur.

05

contre, en opposition à

in opposition to; in contrast with 
Exemples
The bold design of the modern building stood against the traditional architecture of the surrounding structures. 

Le design audacieux du bâtiment moderne se dressait contre l'architecture traditionnelle des structures environnantes.

06

contre, en échange de

used to indicate the exchange, substitution, trade, or compensation of one item, service, or benefit for another 
Exemples
He traded his bicycle against a skateboard. 

Il a échangé son vélo contre un skateboard.

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