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GO AGAINST

(verb)

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There are 3 meanings of the phrase Go Against.

Go Against - as a verb

Fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns

Example: "This sentence violates the rules of syntax"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break11violate10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

Example: "Offend all laws of humanity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breach13break11infract12offend13transgress11violate10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disrespect15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Resist

Example: "Buck the trend"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buck12

Example Sentences

"I will not go against my principles."
"She decided to go against her parents' wishes and study art."
"The team's actions go against the rules of fair play."
"We should all stand together and go against this injustice."
"It's difficult to go against popular opinion."
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