English to Latvian Meaning of against - pret

Against :
pret

pret, ar, pretēji, pretstatā, apmaiņā pret, šķērsām, līdz, labā, tāpēc ka, attiecībā uz, dēļ

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Definitions of against in English
Preposition(1) in opposition to.(2) in anticipation of and preparation for (a problem or difficulty).(3) in conceptual contrast to.(4) in or into physical contact with (something), typically so as to be supported by or collide with it.
Examples of against in English
(1) the odds were 5ÔÇô1 against Pittsburgh(2) But the pub is appealing against the decision and is allowed to continue trading in the meantime.(3) With the cirrus they created a faint lattice of white against light blue.(4) The door was slammed hard against the wall, sending it rocking on its hinges.(5) He has already won 21 races and few would bet against that number increasing in the season to come.(6) Not only will they be unable to use parasols for protection against the sun, they will not be allowed to take in food or drink.(7) She banged her head lightly against the wall and heard the ringing noise of metal.(8) If the player does not wish to bet against the second card, a third card can be called for at the same price.(9) he hit his head against the door(10) Those who ignore the zone can be reported to trading standards officers who might take legal action against them.(11) he was silhouetted against the light of the stair window(12) This has to be weighed against the cost of redeeming early and the fees that often accompany taking out a new deal.(13) they won three matches as against our two(14) We will not tolerate abuse of staff who are simply trying to do their job and we will take legal action against residents who do this.(15) It is one of the various small ways in which the public can fight back against the people who are undermining their quality of life.(16) against medical advice
Related Phrases of against
(1) against all odds ::
brīnumainā kārtā
(2) rise against ::
saceļas pret
(3) against the law ::
pretlikumīga
(4) go against ::
ej pret
(5) against the grain ::
pret spalvu
(6) fight against ::
cīņa pret
(7) turn against ::
vērsties pret
(8) guard against ::
aizsargs pret
(9) compete against ::
sacenšas
(10) come up against ::
nākt pretī
Synonyms
Preposition
1. opposed to ::
pretstatā
2. in opposition to ::
pretstatā
3. disadvantageous to ::
neizdevīgi
4. touching ::
aizkustinošs
Antonyms
1. for ::
par
2. pro ::
profesionālis
Different Forms
against
Word Example from TV Shows
Get down there and lead your people against the invaders who want to kill them.

Get down there and lead your people AGAINST the invaders who want to kill them.

Game of Thrones Season 2, Episode 9

so I could hold it against my pulled groin.

so I could hold it AGAINST my pulled groin.

The Big Bang Theory Season 5, Episode 3

and bursting against the roof.

and bursting AGAINST the roof.

Money Heist Season 3, Episode 3

Why is Leonard softly banging his head against his bedroom door?

Why is Leonard softly banging his head AGAINST his bedroom door?

The Big Bang Theory Season 3, Episode 11

Rise up against them and they could destroy us.

Rise up AGAINST them and they could destroy us.

Game of Thrones Season 2, Episode 3

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