World Cup

noun

: an international competition in a sport (such as soccer or hockey)

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The South American powerhouse dominated the stat sheet as both teams continue to prepare for the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off in June. Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026 If Kane makes it through safely and flies to the World Cup free of injury, then England can still be a good team. Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2026 World Cup That dream come true feeling Some dreams were shattered last night, other dreams were made. Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026 Geopolitical tensions simmer in the backdrop of every World Cup. Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for World Cup

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“World Cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/World%20Cup. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

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