have against
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“How many strikes can you have against you?” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 15, 2024
For Everton after the defeat at Chelsea and the embarrassment it is an incredible game to have against Forest.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2024
Displaying a sense of humor about one’s charmed life has emerged as the last, best defense people like Johnson have against the charge of inheriting success as a birthright.
From Slate • Jan. 30, 2024
Not to cast about for trends, but what do the movies of 2023 have against balding, flatulent, socially awkward teachers named Paul?
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2023
“That’s the only thing I have against her,” she said.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
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