opponent
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Now 15-5, it was their first loss in five games and their first all season to a National League opponent.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026
Van Dijk was clearly making a tackle, whereas contact from Pacho seemed to be incidental rather than a challenge on an opponent.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
Equally significant is what Mr. Magyar didn’t do—emphasize divisive social issues or spend much time attacking his opponent as an enemy of democracy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
He is leading his opponent, former Maine Gov. Janet Mills, by an average of 25 points in polls conducted in February and March.
From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026
If he managed to win a game from an opponent, on the next day he’d often lose to someone else.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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