Pattern: V against n

The pattern can be best understood by viewing the interactive construction network link above.

To examine the individual constructions please see the tables below:

Examples
…which campaigned against cuts in the welfare state. (BNC)
She alleged that he discriminated against her… (BNC)
The buyer should insure against such loss. (BNC)
The Home Army had fought against the Germans in the second World War. (BNC)
Anna has offended against age-old Romany taboos. (BNC)

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