World Cup

noun

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

Examples of World Cup in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Much like the Ukrainian national soccer team, which still has a chance of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup next year, athletes traveling to the Games have the opportunity to bring some joy to those still facing an uncertain future back home. —Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 27 Nov. 2025

The United States will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, an event that traditionally brings millions of spectators from around the world to the host country for games. —Harriet Baskas, NBC news, 27 Nov. 2025

Related Stories Goldbridge’s videos, which frequently go viral, thanks to his honest reactions to the highs and lows of football fandom, also comprise live watch-alongs at major sporting events such as the Men’s Euros, World Cup, Premier League, Champions League and Baller League. —Mark Sutherland, Variety, 26 Nov. 2025

Across Brazil, people celebrated in bars and public squares that warm Carnival Sunday night as if the country had just won the World Cup. —Caio Delcolli, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2025

Rhymes for World Cup

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