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be set against something
[be] dead set against {sth}to be set against something
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to be opposed to something such as a particular idea, action, or situation
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The new policy was set against the old one to highlight the differences and improvements.
The community was set against the construction of a new factory in the area.
The repair costs were set against the insurance payout to figure out the actual expense.
Tax deductions can be set against your total income to lower your taxable income.
Her achievements were set against those of her peers, revealing her exceptional progress.
