beat
Example Sentences
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When Chelsea kicked off their title defence with a 2-1 win over Manchester City on the opening night back in September, it suggested they would be the team to beat once again in 2025-26.
From BBC
While beating Mboko, she will not be happy with 24 unforced errors and letting slip a 4-1 lead in the second set.
From Barron's
Elsewhere, Manchester City beat bottom club Wolves 2-0 to close to within four points of leaders Arsenal, who host Manchester United on Sunday.
From Barron's
The Reds put in a commanding performance to beat Marseille 3-0 and close in on the Champions League last 16 in midweek.
From Barron's
Joe Root made a measured 75 as England pulled off a comfortable run chase to beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the second one-day international to square the three-match series.
From BBC
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