versus

preposition

Definition of versusnext
as in against
in opposition or contrast to It's your word versus his. She explained the use of a semicolon versus a colon.

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Recent Examples of versus One of the most compelling thematic ideas in your film is the distinction between a stunt driver and a daredevil — real craft versus reckless delusion. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 11 Sep. 2026 Felony assaults continue to be a problem in the city’s subway system — up 8%, to 441 versus 410 at the same point last year — even as overall transit crime is down 1%. — Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026 In this case, the population continuously cycles, with the probability of choosing rock versus paper versus scissors evolving predictably and stably over time. — Chris Lee, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026 Nobody knows how Marshall, a 6-foot redshirt sophomore from Southfield, Michigan, will perform versus the Tigers. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for versus
Recent Examples of Synonyms for versus
  1. against
  2. with
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  • The conference changed its timekeeping policy in 2002 after a controversial last-second spike for Michigan State against Michigan the previous year.
    — Austin Meek, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Rice lipids and jojoba oil seal in moisture and replenish the skin barrier, while 2% ectoin soothes redness and protects against water loss.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of against
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  • Recent polling handed Sand a slight edge over Lahn, with Emerson College Polling showing a 49%-46% split in the Democrat’s favor.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 8 Sep. 2026
  • These changes may have looked efficient on paper, but they weren't built with real working Arkansans in mind.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026
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“Versus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versus. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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