avenge
Example Sentences
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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
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
In order to find some way to avenge my parents, I need to keep his trust and his fondness for me intact.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
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