Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showdowns
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Need for speed Over the last decade, India and China have had several confrontations over the buildup of roads and infrastructure near the border.—
Omkar Khandekar,
NPR,
17 Feb. 2026 -
Kim in recent months has sent thousands of troops and large quantities of military equipment, including artillery and missiles, to fuel Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine, as the leaders align i n the face of their separate confrontations with Washington.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
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In a sport historically defined by fierce rivalries and intense behind-the-scenes competition, three athletes who could be battling each other for the same prize have instead chosen friendship.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Long gone are the days of catty rivalries between Tonya and Nancy, Michelle and Tara.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
17 Feb. 2026
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Physical, mobile defender who excels in 1v1 duels and recovery defending.—
Abraham Nudelstejer,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Konate won eight of his nine duels alongside captain Virgil van Dijk, whose second-half header from Mohamed Salah’s corner ensured Liverpool reignited their push for Champions League qualification following last weekend’s dramatic defeat to Manchester City.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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The series of legal battles and a looming referendum take aim at an unprecedented special session in which lawmakers redrew the state’s congressional districts.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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Almost fifty years ahead of the battles of World War II, the Marquis de Morès had faced death in order to avoid handing Africa over to the British and the Jews.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Feb. 2026
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Instead of dreaming up phony civilizational wars, Fine should get out more.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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According to his book, Dalio says the transition to Stage 6 could entail a series of trade wars, technology wars, geopolitical wars, and capital wars, all of which have the possibility of culminating in a military conflict once those conflicts materialize as an existential threat for countries.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Unions view this hesitation as a critical vulnerability that could affect his viability in presidential primary contests where labor organizing remains essential to campaign success.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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One of the tightest contests of the season is cinematography, which has produced varied results across precursors.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2026
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Modi said India would continue to advocate for peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflicts in western Asia and eastern Europe.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Lumley said the progress of the bill halted in 2025 due to conflicts with some of the agricultural groups in the state.—
Cami Koons,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
17 Feb. 2026
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No European football for only the second time since English clubs were allowed back into UEFA competitions in 1990 means far fewer games.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Honig is starting to prepare his two girls and one boy for future basketball competitions.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Showdowns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showdowns. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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