Caută
to set against
[phrase form: set]
01
a pune împotriva, a opune
to cause someone to become opposed or hostile toward a friend, relative, ally, etc.
02
a compara, a contrasta
to compare two or more things by considering them in relation to each other
Example
The new policy was set against the old one to highlight the differences and improvements.
Her achievements were set against those of her peers, revealing her exceptional progress.
The scenic beauty of the mountains is even more striking when set against the bustling city below.
03
compensa, echilibra
to balance one financial amount with another
Example
The repair costs were set against the insurance payout to figure out the actual expense.
Business expenses are set against revenue to measure overall profitability.
Tax deductions can be set against your total income to lower your taxable income.
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