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
…was well known for speaking out against corruption in the political system. (BNC)
The buyer should insure against such loss. (BNC)
The council said it would appeal against the decision. (BNC)
In 798 those who had plotted against King Aethelred now came together again. (BNC)
She alleged that he discriminated against her… (BNC)

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