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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Hicks, 28, began his career as a closer in St. Louis but more recently converted to the rotation in San Francisco.
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Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
The Heart & Soul of the College World Series in Omaha.
—Mitch Light, New York Times, 15 June 2025
He’s covered every sport imaginable, from Little League to the World Series to the Olympics.
—David Ammenheuser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 June 2025
Paul Konerko, who wore the number 14 and whom Leo rooted for at the 2005 World Series, already has his name up at the stadium.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 14 June 2025
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Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
The Heart & Soul of the College World Series in Omaha.
—Mitch Light, New York Times, 15 June 2025
He’s covered every sport imaginable, from Little League to the World Series to the Olympics.
—David Ammenheuser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 June 2025
Paul Konerko, who wore the number 14 and whom Leo rooted for at the 2005 World Series, already has his name up at the stadium.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 14 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for World Series
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“World Series.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/World%20Series. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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