World Series
noun
: a contest or event that is the most important or prestigious of its kind
the World Series of the equestrian world
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This tournament is the World Series of poker.
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The Baseball Hall of Famer led the Pirates to two World Series titles during an illustrious career, where he was named a 15-time All-Star and the 1966 NL MVP.
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Ben Church, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
In Texas’ World Series win over Arizona, the Diamondbacks hosted more World Series games than the Rangers.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Dec. 2025
The 2024 pool was a record, with the Dodgers and New York Yankees reaching the World Series, where ticket prices soared.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Elia held that post as the Phillies won the World Series in 1980.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
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Ben Church, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
In Texas’ World Series win over Arizona, the Diamondbacks hosted more World Series games than the Rangers.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Dec. 2025
The 2024 pool was a record, with the Dodgers and New York Yankees reaching the World Series, where ticket prices soared.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Elia held that post as the Phillies won the World Series in 1980.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
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“World Series.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/World%20Series. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.
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