It refers to the reasons advanced for or against a matter.

Many arguments were advanced against the construction of an underground road.

He soon after advanced against Shewa with a large army.

And what arguments have your lawyers so far advanced against this proposal?

The airship could not advance against the wind or even hold its own.

State went on to win, 80-77, and advanced to the national championship game against Marquette.

In return, they advanced money to the malangis against further salt production.

For a moment, she could not advance against the light: it held her back like a palpable current pouring from him.

She stiffed me for some money I'd advanced against her salary.

On what evidence is this wicked lie advanced against me?