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Maxim vs

Definition:

Maxim vs is a Latin abbreviation often used in legal contexts, meaning "against the will" or "against someone's wishes."

Part of Speech:

Abbreviation

Senses:

1. Adverb: Indicates actions happening contrary to someone's will.

2. Preposition: Denotes opposition or contradiction towards someone's desires or preferences.

Usage:

Adverbial usage:

• She was forced to testify Maxim vs her own interests.
• He still persisted Maxim vs my advice.

Prepositional usage:

• He decided to work for the rival company, going Maxim vs his father's wishes.
• She made her choices in life Maxim vs societal expectations.

Examples:

Adverbial:

1. Despite being ill, she attended the meeting Maxim vs her doctor's advice.
2. The defendant pleaded not guilty Maxim vs his attorney's instructions.

Prepositional:

1. The students rebelled Maxim vs the school's strict rules.
2. He took a different route, going Maxim vs the common path chosen by others.

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