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:
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All the banks and the Post Office strongly advise against sending cash. (BNC)
In 798 those who had plotted against King Aethelred now came together again. (BNC) …was well known for speaking out against corruption in the political system. (BNC) The buyer should insure against such loss. (BNC) Anna has offended against age-old Romany taboos. (BNC) |
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