walkovers

noun

plural of walkover
as in blowouts

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  1. blowouts
  2. sweeps
  3. landslides
  4. romps
  5. victories
  6. runaways
  7. shutouts
  8. wins
Noun
  • Yes, there were plenty of blowouts and overmatched teams that may not have enjoyed their playoff experience too much.
    — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026
  • That vision informed the trio of products the duo is launching with, which are formulated to elongate the time between wash days, meaning less blowouts and less hot tools, as well as simplifying the number of products used in a routine.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of blowouts
Noun
  • Yes, this was the same Brewers team that had been swept by the Dodgers in the 2025 NLCS, marking the first time in baseball history that two teams exchanged sweeps in consecutive years.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Baumann recommends blocking access by installing door sweeps, placing steel wool around pipe penetrations, and sealing cracks in the foundation.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of sweeps
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  • Among other problems, the Eel River Canyon’s unstable geology is notorious for landslides that sent train cars careening into the water.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The Mexican navy urged mariners and coastal residents to exercise extreme caution, citing high waves, heavy rain and the risk of rising rivers, flooding and landslides.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of landslides
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  • On the west coast, Gros and Petit Piton (Saint Lucia’s iconic volcanoes) rise from beneath the gin-clear sea to shelter the curvaceous coves at Anse Chastanet and Jalousie Beach, which inspire From Here To Eternity-style romps on the shore.
    — Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
  • Spring break isn’t just for partying college kids and family theme-park romps.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
Definition of romps
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  • Each of their four victories have come by more than 20 points.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2026
  • In past reelections, Matsui has largely cruised to victories.
    — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of victories
Noun
  • Offering help to located runaways Each runaway who is located is offered services specific to their needs and circumstances.
    — Tony Aiello, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
Definition of runaways
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  • Riley Bell, Senior, Crowley Bell earned District 3-6A Goalkeeper of the Year and TASCO First Team All Region honors, recording 207 saves and five shutouts on the season, including 125 saves and one shutout in district play alone.
    — Charles Baggarly May 7, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Definition of shutouts
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  • But when all acting categories are counted, Tom could surpass Slezak this year for most overall wins.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The show won seven Olivier Awards earlier this year — including best new musical, best director for Luke Sheppard, best actor, best supporting actor and best supporting actress — equaling the record for the most wins by a musical.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2026
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