showdown

noun

Definition of showdownnext
as in confrontation

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Recent Examples of showdown Undeterred, the demonstrators maintained their stance, escalating their showdown with Modi’s government, and for the first time, some called for the removal of Modi himself. — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 28 July 2026 Sadie Sink plays her with heartfelt urgency, but what, exactly, is the dramatic point of a villainous showdown that turns into a lovefest? — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 28 July 2026 The formation of Faye’s new party sets up a political showdown between the former allies that is likely to play out in local elections in 2027 and could shape the campaign for the 2029 presidential race. — ABC News, 25 July 2026 The Horns play a pretty tough schedule in 2026, but a week two showdown against Ohio State should tell us a lot. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for showdown
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showdown
  1. confrontation
  2. duel
  3. rivalry
  4. war
  5. battle
  6. competition
  7. face-off
  8. warfare
Noun
  • Now his sons, who were with him during the confrontation, won’t ride with him anymore.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 July 2026
  • Russia favors direct territorial annexation and confrontation, whereas China employs a subtle 'gray-zone' strategy, prioritizing practical control over formal annexation.
    — Frank Lavin, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of confrontation
Noun
  • Physicality is an important aspect in winning such duels, but Stones’ timing is often impeccable in the crucial moments.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 26 July 2026
  • In some fuzzy plotting, that negotation will hinge on a duel between the star players of both sides.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 July 2026
Definition of duel
Noun
  • The unusually open rivalry within the theocracy's leadership points to a struggle for control over Iran’s postwar future.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • That leaves the door open for the continuation of the blockbuster rivalry between Rhodes and Orton, who has been off TV for the past few months.
    — Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of rivalry
Noun
  • However, the ruling has tremendous implications for regional politics--and for any future war between the United States and China.
    — Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • Shell’s latest quarterly profits soared to their second-highest levels in the company’s history as the US-Iran war caused a surge in global oil prices.
    — Salma Arafa, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Definition of war
Noun
  • If someone pushes back, resist turning it into a battle for dominance.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026
  • Baela rides the small, but still battle-ready (in the show) Moondancer.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of battle
Noun
  • This strategic reduction highlights growing competition from open-weight models, compelling proprietary AI providers to lower costs.
    — Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Right now, all eyes are on the Minnesota Vikings quarterback competition.
    — Ren Clayton, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of competition
Noun
  • For national tournaments, the corollary is how poorer countries always have to match up against richer ones for regional face-offs and qualifiers that culminate in the quadrennial dream that is the World Cup.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • Though the final game in which Spain triumphed over Argentina took place on Sunday, the Beckham family had a major reason to support England in its third-place face-off against France on Saturday.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 20 July 2026
Definition of face-off
Noun
  • Academy leaders have repeatedly told Congress that rigorous scholarship, civilian faculty expertise and exposure to complex questions help prepare officers for the uncertainty of modern warfare.
    — James LaPorta, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • These drones could perform tasks such as reconnaissance, electronic warfare, decoy operations, or missile strikes while remaining under the supervision of the F-47 pilot.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026
Definition of warfare

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