showdowns

noun

plural of showdown
as in confrontations

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showdowns
  1. confrontations
  2. rivalries
  3. duels
  4. battles
  5. wars
  6. contests
  7. conflicts
  8. competitions
Noun
  • And despite the confrontations, Kotzmacher said rally supporters received more positive feedback, privately.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Israel has launched hundreds of airstrikes on Syrian military facilities and periodic incursions into villages outside the buffer zone, which have sometimes led to violent confrontations with residents.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
Definition of confrontations
Noun
  • Gameplay shapes the relationships, rivalries and reputations within the Clans.
    — Mya Copeland, Variety, 6 Aug. 2026
  • This initiative aims to elevate horse racing's appeal to everyday sports fans by fostering rivalries and familiarity among top horses.
    — Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of rivalries
Noun
  • Cherry went 74 minutes in Sunday’s loss to Racing Louisville, recording four defensive clearances and winning three of her four aerial duels as Angel City lost for the first time in four games.
    — Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 31 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of duels
Noun
  • Louder Than Fear, directed by Justin Krook and Michael Dwyer, documents the star’s journey to fame and his personal battles, including the aftermath of his 2008 private plane crash.
    — Daniela Avila, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The eviction process was protracted and followed a series of complex legal battles led by residents of the encampment, who organized as a collective to advocate for their rights.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of battles
Noun
  • History shows that presidents who intensify wars in pursuit of a way out, or to protect their own prestige or America’s reputation, descend a slippery slope.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Lawrence, whose campaign is centered on the economy, opposing AI data centers and keeping money at home instead of funding foreign wars, argues that the conventional wisdom about moderation being the key to electability is all wrong.
    — Tamara Keith, NPR, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of wars
Noun
  • Across five contests, 50 riders and 50 bulls competed to come out on top as South Florida got a dose of PBR competition.
    — Ava DiCecca, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Around her, visitors sample Korean food, browse cosmetics, test their knowledge in quizzes and take part in K-pop dance contests.
    — John Bartlett, NPR, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of contests
Noun
  • Archer says the system can help controllers and flight crews detect emerging conflicts earlier, giving them more time to make informed decisions before safety risks develop.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Ted was genuinely out of his depth, the conflicts felt earned, and the show still had to persuade audiences that its relentless optimism wasn’t naïve.
    — Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of conflicts
Noun
  • No away team had won in the previous 14 meetings between the clubs across all competitions.
    — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Many compete in annual competitions, including the Women's Baseball World Cup, and have had stints in regional and seasonal men's leagues.
    — Jaclyn Licht, NPR, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of competitions
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