set against
phrasal verb
set against; setting against; sets against
: feeling strongly that one does not want (something) or will not do (something)
Everyone was set against going.
He was dead set against the deal.
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What starts as a whirlwind romance set against the backdrop of England's historic university takes an unexpected turn when a life-altering secret turns their relationship upside down.
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Fran Levy was anxious about the idea and set against it.
—Tim Graham, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
This immersive five-day program blends cutting-edge diagnostics, personalized wellness plans and restorative therapies — all set against the resort’s tranquil beachfront backdrop.
—Katie Lara, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
The band — currently consisting of members Gerard Way, Mikey Way, Ray Toro and Frank Iero — played their 2006 hit emo-rock concept album, The Black Parade, in full, set against a backdrop best exampled in the tour’s teaser.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2025
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Fran Levy was anxious about the idea and set against it.
—Tim Graham, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
This immersive five-day program blends cutting-edge diagnostics, personalized wellness plans and restorative therapies — all set against the resort’s tranquil beachfront backdrop.
—Katie Lara, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
The band — currently consisting of members Gerard Way, Mikey Way, Ray Toro and Frank Iero — played their 2006 hit emo-rock concept album, The Black Parade, in full, set against a backdrop best exampled in the tour’s teaser.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for set against
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“Set against.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/set%20against. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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