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Gegen
"Gegen" means against. It always takes the accusative case and appears in sports, arguments, and physical contact, like leaning against a wall.
Examples in context
Wir spielen gegen die andere Mannschaft.
We play against the other team.
Er lehnt sich gegen die Wand.
He leans against the wall.
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