Pesquisar
to set against
[phrase form: set]
01
colocar contra
to cause someone to become opposed or hostile toward a friend, relative, ally, etc.
02
colocar contra
to compare two or more things by considering them in relation to each other
03
colocar contra
to balance one financial amount with another
Exemplo
The community was set against the construction of a new factory in the area.
Many people are set against the use of plastic bags due to environmental concerns.
The employees were set against the company's decision to cut benefits.
The repair costs were set against the insurance payout to figure out the actual expense.
The new policy was set against the old one to highlight the differences and improvements.
