showdown
noun
show·down
ˈshō-ˌdau̇n 
1
: the placing of poker hands faceup on the table to determine the winner of a pot
2
: a decisive confrontation or contest
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Once, there was a showdown with another tour bus — one presumably not carrying theatergoers.
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Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
The summer showdown also comes with other perks, like health insurance and a replica of the original solid-gold trophy for the winners.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 21 June 2026
With a showdown against Spain looming in their final group match, securing three points against Cape Verde will be vital for the South Americans.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
The trip ends Sunday with Davis Martin pitching in the finale before an important three-game showdown against the Cleveland Guardians at Rate Field.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
The summer showdown also comes with other perks, like health insurance and a replica of the original solid-gold trophy for the winners.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 21 June 2026
With a showdown against Spain looming in their final group match, securing three points against Cape Verde will be vital for the South Americans.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
The trip ends Sunday with Davis Martin pitching in the finale before an important three-game showdown against the Cleveland Guardians at Rate Field.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
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showdown
noun
show·down
-ˌdau̇n
: the test of strength that finally settles a dispute
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