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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The 67th Annual Grammy Awards was a night filled with history-making victories, powerful performances, and heartfelt tributes, all set against the backdrop of Los Angeles, a city still reeling from recent devastating wildfires. —

Okla Jones, Essence, 3 Feb. 2025 Its playful and whimsical structure demanded attention by its sheer design, a sculptural form set against a backdrop of tradition. —

Ed Massey, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Jan. 2025 These plates come in a pack of 24 and feature the New Orleans Superdome, the iconic home of the New Orleans Saints, set against a blue and purple sunset. —

Nora Colomer, Fox News, 29 Jan. 2025 Central Auckland is a hub of urban delights set against beautiful coastal scenery. —

Roger Sands, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for set against