sudden deaths

Definition of sudden deathsnext
plural of sudden death

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Noun
  • Think structured round-robins, rotating roles in meetings, or paired discussions before group sharing.
    Ruth Oh Reitmeier, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Georgia gubernatorial primaries likely to head to runoffs Both the Democratic and Republican primaries could easily go to a runoff, meaning no single candidate reached a 50% majority during the first election.
    Irene Wright, USA Today, 4 May 2026
  • Candidates look to avoid runoffs Meanwhile, Talarico and Crockett are hoping to avoid a May 26 runoff by capturing at least 50% of the Democratic vote in the March 3 primary.
    Meg Kinnard, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • From stunning volleys and bicycle kicks to long-range screamers, Ibrahimović was one of the most complete strikers of the ball.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 2026
  • The squad also presents families with three spent rifle cartridges representing the three volleys fired in recognition of their veteran’s service.
    Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Noun
  • On the brink of elimination, top-seeded UCLA rallies in the ninth with back-to-back homers and Phoenix Call’s walk-off single to stun Virginia Tech 6-5.
    Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
  • Both stocks are trading near highs after strong rallies during the quarter, which Jim noted can sometimes create a tougher setup heading into earnings.
    Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Noun
  • Two runs scored on wild pitches by Michael Lorenzen (2-8), who gave up eight runs and 10 hits in 3 1/3 innings.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
  • The lineup absorbed only tweaks, not overhauls, in the offseason after finishing 26th in runs.
    Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
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“Sudden deaths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sudden%20deaths. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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