World Cup

noun

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

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Since interim head coach Ryan Richter took over during the World Cup break, Philadelphia earned 43 of a possible 57 points while outscoring opponents 48-22 during that span. — CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026 Spain’s World Cup trophies for both the women’s and men’s soccer teams were displayed on the field, with national team players on hand as well. — ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026 Infantino has faced opposition since his unsuccessful attempt in July to bring private investors into a new FIFA commercial entity holding rights linked to competitions including the World Cup. — CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026 Bardwell went viral during the World Cup for dancing with Algeria fans. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 5 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for World Cup

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