avenge

Example Sentences

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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

It is also a chance for the Broncos to avenge last year's devastating 31-7 playoff loss in Buffalo.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

So keeping the ball in Stafford’s hands and eliminating turnovers will be key for the Rams if they want to avenge their Week 13 loss to the Panthers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

The Rams are looking to avenge their loss in Carolina earlier this season with a win over the Panthers in the NFC wild-card playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

Tallmadge eagerly went to work, perhaps because he wanted to avenge the death of his friend Nathan Hale.

From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen