Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ward (off)
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Reinhart’s second goal was deflected off his skate on a sweet pass from in close by Barkov.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025 -
Luna had two assists, one of which was a shot deflected into the net by a teammate.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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The Mercury managed to hold off Breanna Stewart’s 35-point performance by winning the fourth quarter, 25-16, and eventually win the game 89-81 at Barclays Center on Thursday night.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2025
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That means New York could pick it up and hold off on waiving him until October if no trade opportunity emerges.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The Venus lander was made to withstand the extremely harsh conditions of Venus' hostile atmosphere, ESA experts have said, and was designed to take 300 G's of acceleration and 100 atmospheres of pressure.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
23 June 2025
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Even so, this is a very risky bet for the Iranians to make and underestimates Netanyahu’s ability to withstand public opinion.—
Daniel DePetris,
Twin Cities,
20 June 2025
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The Supreme Court upheld that ruling, but officials resisted bringing him back until he was indicted in May.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
23 June 2025
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The rug resists water and features a breathable material that won’t scratch your deck.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
23 June 2025
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The Federal Reserve’s vice-chair for supervision Michelle Bowman is now the second Fed official to support rate cuts as soon as July, opposing Fed chair Jerome Powell.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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Adding this kind of power alongside Aaron Judge would create nightmares for opposing pitchers.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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Lance Smith, 74, stands off to the side of the bowl, a Coors Light in one hand, a Nikon camera in the other.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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During a tense stand off, Rykov found the keys to his handcuffs and ran away from the gunfire, with Hondo chasing after him.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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“Ward (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ward%20%28off%29. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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