adversary

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“You can’t build anything in Ohio if the minerals and the process materials are controlled by an adversary who can cut you off tomorrow,” Helberg said in an interview.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Wary of China's navy build-up, US ally Australia has reshaped its defence force in recent years to focus on its missile strike capability and deterring an adversary from its northern approaches.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Those tensions are already in play between the U.S. and its biggest adversary, China, which has been no slouch when it comes to space exploration.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

On Friday night, Cronin and the Bruins will take on the challenge of Central Florida and his longtime adversary Dawkins, mindful there are no gimmes once you get this far.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

The Marines sought also our adversary; they were fast upon our heels, letting forth fearsome cries.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson