set against

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.

Examples of set against in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Romeo and Juliet set against the backdrop of DC politics — that in a nutshell is one of the main plotlines in Young Americans, a drama pilot ordered by Hulu, with The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments creator Bruce Miller executive producing. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 26 June 2026

Oleander is a summer stunner in USDA hardiness zones 8 and above with dozens of fragrant blooms set against dark green, leathery leaves. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 25 June 2026

With world-class racing from IndyCar and IROC set against the backdrop of some of America’s most historic landmarks, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix will provide a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of America’s 250th birthday. — Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Home to the largest freshwater dune system in the world, Michigan’s Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore often surprises first-time visitors with its stunning 450-feet-high dunes set against the deep-blue waters of Lake Michigan. — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 24 June 2026

Rhymes for set against

• recommenced
• recompensed
• commenced
• condensed
• dispensed
• expensed
• incensed
• unfenced
• fenced
• sensed
• tensed