RELEGATIONS Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

relegations

noun

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plural of relegation

as in expulsions

the forced removal from a homeland the relegation of Japanese-Americans to internment camps during World War II

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Recent Examples of relegations Wilson Odobert suffered back-to-back relegations with Troyes of France’s Ligue 1 and Premier League Burnley in 2022-23 and 2023-24 but will not feature again this season after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injury in last month’s defeat to Newcastle United. —

Jay Harris, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026 That’s a significant rise from prior ownership’s 14-year tenure, when the organization had more relegations (two) than European tournament qualifications (one). —

Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2025

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Data cited in the case shows Black students and students with disabilities are disproportionately impacted by expulsions in Cobb County.

— Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
The plan also aims to boost a culturally responsive curriculum, including lessons on Black history and culture, and reduce out-of-school suspensions and expulsions for Black students by 40%.

— Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026