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Discover LudwigThe phrase "against benefit" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to express opposition to a benefit or advantage, but the phrasing is awkward and unclear.
Example: "The new policy seems to work against benefit for the employees, leading to dissatisfaction."
Alternatives: "against advantage" or "contrary to benefit".
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There is no right of appeal against benefit reductions.
Some is redirected against benefit cheats, even as unemployment rises.
This Thursday there will be a day of action against benefit sanctions across the country.
So do part-time theatre workers, who are protesting against benefit changes.
The MoJ spends more than £100m a year on tribunals disputing appeals against benefit decisions.
Demonstrations are being held across the UK in protest against benefit cuts for disabled people.
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We always weigh risks against benefits.
They are constantly weighing consequences against benefits, murder against morality.
Another is that risks have to be weighed against benefits.
Those chosen to regulate energy and tackle climate change would have weighed costs against benefits minutely.
Now, a welfare family cannot save more than $2,000 without it counting against benefits.
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