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Go up against Meaning in English

expression

ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈəp/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
GOH up uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
ɡˈəʊ/ /ˈʌp/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
guh-OH UP uh-GENST

释义

To compete with or challenge someone or something, usually in a direct or difficult confrontation.

用法与细微差别

Informal expression, usually about competition or conflict (sports, debates, business). Common collocations: 'go up against the best', 'go up against a big team'. Implies facing a strong or challenging opponent.

例句

Our team will go up against the champions in the final.

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She had to go up against three other candidates for the job.

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We are ready to go up against any challenge.

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Do you really want to go up against her in court? She's an excellent lawyer.

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Sometimes you have to go up against bigger companies just to survive in business.

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He’s never afraid to go up against tough opponents, no matter what the odds are.

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