direct against

Frequency: 7.512.1 per million words

to aim criticism, anger, or attacks towards a particular person or group

directVERB + PREPOSITION

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against

Examples (10)

  • Most of the criticism was directed against the new policy.
  • He directed all his anger against his innocent brother.
  • A new online campaign is being directed against the company's unethical practices.
  • The legal action was directed against the CEO, not the entire company.
  • During the meeting, she directed a harsh comment against her colleague.
  • Their frustration was unfairly directed against the customer service representatives.
  • Any further accusations will be directed against those who spread the rumors.
  • The protests were directed against the government's decision to cut funding.
  • The comedian's sharp satire was directed against corrupt politicians.
  • Much of the public outrage has been directed against the corporation responsible for the spill.