Pattern: V n 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
He warned his supporters against over-confidence. (BNC)
[Their actions] decided him against pushing on with his ambitions. (BNC)
...the concerns that have been raised about balancing privacy rights against security needs. (enTenTen20)
Travel Insurance helps protect you against unexpected expenses. (enTenTen20)
[These games] pit the player against preprogrammed challenges. (enTenTen20)

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