

They built a wall for defence against attacks.
Used to indicate the target or focus of a protective action.
She wore a helmet for protection against injuries.
The soldiers stood ready for defence against the enemy.
They installed cameras for security against theft.
defence against
protection against
safeguard against
versus
in opposition to
in defense of
The book is leaning against the table.
In contact with something, often for support or protection.
She leaned against the wall.
The picture is hanging against the door.
He rested his head against her shoulder.
lean against
push against
stand against
versus
opposite
contrary
She stood against the wall.
In opposition to or in conflict with something.
He leaned against the door.
They argued against the new rule.
I voted against the proposal.
against the rules
against my will
against all odds
opposed to
contrary to
versus
His views are against the popular opinion.
In contrast to or contrary to something.
She decided to vote against the proposal.
The team played against their biggest rivals.
He stood against the wall, waiting for his turn.
against the law
against the rules
against all odds
opposed to
contrary to
in opposition to
He spoke out against the decision.
In a manner that opposes or resists.
She voted against the proposal.
They protested against the new law.
The team played against the odds.
speak against
vote against
act against
opposingly
contrarily
resistively