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avenge

[uh-venj] / əˈvɛndʒ /


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Arsenal will now hope to avenge that heartbreak in perfect fashion in Hungary at Puskas Arena.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

The Patriots got a second chance to avenge their earlier loss to Marquez via penalty kicks when semifinalists Marquez and South East were removed from the playoffs for using an ineligible player.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

Fury's two career defeats came in successive bouts against Usyk in 2024 and he has spoken of a desire to avenge those losses this year.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

Sabalenka, a two-time Australian Open champion, is bidding to reach her fourth straight Melbourne final and avenge a shock defeat last year to Madison Keys.

From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026

Oliver headed up to his bedroom to think about gifts, but when he saw his copy of Treasure Island sitting on his desk he had a flash of inspiration to avenge Hyacinth’s honor.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser




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