- plural of adversary.
adversaries
Example Sentences
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Much of the campaign against online adversaries has been coordinated by the ICE Office of Professional Responsibility, which is based in Washington, D.C., and has field offices nationwide.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
Officials said the increase was being driven by a mix of online threats, lone actors, ideological extremism, foreign adversaries and individuals experiencing mental health crises.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
This reconciliation effort fills that hole in our budget, allowing our armed forces to continue operating at the highest levels and deter our adversaries in the Middle East and around the globe.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
He added, with sting as a resigning defence secretary, that "our adversaries do not follow timetables set by the Treasury."
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
I learned about the middle game and why tactics between two adversaries are like clashing ideas; the one who plays better has the clearest plans for both attacking and getting out of traps.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
