No. 335 in Greek

κόντρα

"Κόντρα" means "opposition" or "conflict" in English.

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Η διαφωνία εξελίχθηκε σε ανοιχτή κόντρα μεταξύ των δύο πλευρών.
The disagreement developed into an open conflict between the two parties.
Here, "κόντρα" means a state of conflict or dispute.
Παρά τον άνεμο κόντρα, ο καπετάνιος κατάφερε να κατευθύνει το πλοίο.
Despite the headwind, the captain managed to steer the ship.
In this context, "κόντρα" refers to something acting against or in opposition, such as unfavorable conditions.
Για να πετύχουμε, πρέπει να δουλέψουμε κόντρα στις δυσκολίες.
To succeed, we must work against the difficulties.
Here, "κόντρα" is used to signify working against or overcoming challenges or obstacles.

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