Plantings in the wetlands help hold down the soil against the forces of erosion, like wind and water.

VOA: special.2009.10.06

Sue obeyed. After the beating rain and fierce wind that blew through the night, there yet stood against the wall one ivy leaf.

VOA: special.2009.08.01

Mangrove forests protect land against erosion from wind, water and storms.

VOA: special.2010.04.20

Wind blows against the flag.

VOA: special.2010.05.31

"It gives me a sort of an advantage. I have a lower profile against the wind.

VOA: standard.2010.02.09