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as in tournaments
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
undoubtedly the team's best wrestler, he hasn't lost a bout yet
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as in seizures
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
she's currently suffering from a bout of the flu
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Recent Examples of bouts
The outperformance is a return to form for Apple, whose cash-generating prowess and rock-solid balance sheet have in past bouts of turbulence left it relatively unscathed.
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
On the Amazon Prime Video postgame recap of the Lakers-Grizzlies clash, former six-time All-Star power forward Blake Griffin took umbrage with Morant's occasional mid-game bouts with apathy.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Details regarding a new date, location, Jake’s opponent, and additional bouts will be shared as soon as they are finalized.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Stocks have been remarkably adaptable, defying concerns about a resurgence in global trade tensions and bouts of intense volatility.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Making Dulgarian’s situation more interesting are his comments about his belief that fighters should get a cut for bets on bouts.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Best known for being a five-time UFC Welterweight Champion, Woodley has also made waves in boxing, including two blockbuster bouts with Jake Paul, and built a second career in production, film, television, and music.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
The familiar voice remains recognizable, although hoarser due to the ravages of cancer and the endless bouts of chemotherapy and radiation.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
Stocks remain near record highs , although October saw bouts of volatility that saw some of the largest one-day losses in stock market history.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Bloomberg, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
On the Amazon Prime Video postgame recap of the Lakers-Grizzlies clash, former six-time All-Star power forward Blake Griffin took umbrage with Morant's occasional mid-game bouts with apathy.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Details regarding a new date, location, Jake’s opponent, and additional bouts will be shared as soon as they are finalized.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Stocks have been remarkably adaptable, defying concerns about a resurgence in global trade tensions and bouts of intense volatility.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Making Dulgarian’s situation more interesting are his comments about his belief that fighters should get a cut for bets on bouts.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Best known for being a five-time UFC Welterweight Champion, Woodley has also made waves in boxing, including two blockbuster bouts with Jake Paul, and built a second career in production, film, television, and music.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
The familiar voice remains recognizable, although hoarser due to the ravages of cancer and the endless bouts of chemotherapy and radiation.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
Stocks remain near record highs , although October saw bouts of volatility that saw some of the largest one-day losses in stock market history.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouts
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The $5 billion fund already invested in the Mutua Madrid Open and Miami Open tennis tournaments, in partnership with Ari Emanuel and Mark Shapiro.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Insulated fishboxes, a 32-inch-wide dive door, and 14 rod holders assure anglers can fish tournaments, but an impeccable foredeck with recliners and double lounges means double duty for socializing.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Rain placed her body on top of River to try and stop his seizures.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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The investigation stems from two prior drug trafficking seizures earlier this month, the DA’s office said.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Find more university press titles featured on the University Press Week reading list, along with a schedule of University Press Week events.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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The president has attended plenty of sporting events over the last 13 months.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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This mountainous region is known for its lush forests, lakes and valleys – and for being a hotspot for this year’s deadly bear attacks in Japan.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a large portion of Iran's ballistic missile arsenal was destroyed during the first hours of the aerial attacks.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Cardell Williams completed 8 of 11 passes for 188 yards and two touchdowns to speedster Ernest Campbell as the Hornets won for the sixth time in their last eight outings with two conference games to go.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, up north, the 6-2 Seahawks are coming off an authoritative victory over the Washington Commanders last week and will try to extend their win streak to four games and hang onto their spot atop the division.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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In some cases, actions of the British armed forces have been described as unjustified.—
Eduardo Tansley,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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In many of these cases, individual players have got caught by highly sensitive algorithms put in place by the betting companies to detect unusual activity.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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While he was banned from major competitions, Gorst traveled around the US playing smaller regional events that didn’t fall under pool’s international governing rules.—
Jeremy Herb,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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The three-day event features million-dollar rodeo competitions each evening before the concerts.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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But when one of their daughters suddenly begins suffering from unexplained fainting spells, their choice is shaken and strange twists begin to happen.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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This keeps them from being damaged during warm spells that turn cold again.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Bouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouts. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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