Against
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British pronunciation/ɐɡˈɛnst/
American pronunciation/əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst/

"against"的定义和意义

against
01

反对, 对抗

in opposition to someone or something
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I decided to go against the advice of my friend.
She has been fighting against discrimination for years.
The team is playing against the national champions next week.
02

针对, 以防

used to indicate acting as a defense in the face of a negative force or outcome
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We vaccinated our children against the flu.
He installed a security system against burglaries.
The insurance policy provided coverage against natural disasters.
03

反对, 作为抵押

used to indicate the relationship between a sum of money (loan, financing, guarantee) and the corresponding asset or security
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He borrowed $1,000 against his car as collateral.
They received a loan against their house.
The business owner secured financing against future sales.
04

靠近, 对抗

in direct contact with or close proximity to
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The ladder leaned against the wall.
He leaned against the tree for support.
The cat rubbed against my leg.
05

反对, 与...相对

in opposition to; in contrast with
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The bold design of the modern building stood against the traditional architecture of the surrounding structures.
The artist intentionally placed dark shadows against the bright sunlight to create a dramatic effect.
The minimalist artwork stood out against the elaborate paintings in the gallery.
06

对抗, 以...为交换

used to indicate the exchange, substitution, trade, or compensation of one item, service, or benefit for another
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He traded his bicycle against a skateboard.
They offered a discount on the product against a coupon.
She exchanged her euros at a favorable rate against the dollar.
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