Sentences with Up Against

The political candidate found himself up against negative publicity during the election campaign.

The protagonist in the novel was up against internal conflicts that shaped the narrative.

The aspiring chef knew she was up against tough judges in the cooking competition.

The determined athlete found herself up against personal limitations in her quest for a marathon victory.

The team captain realized they were up against a lack of motivation among members during a crucial game.

The teacher recognized she was up against disinterest from students in a difficult subject.