opponent

Example Sentences

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“There’s nobody that can get under the skin of opponents as well as she does,” Minnesota coach Brad Frost said, “and then back it up by putting the puck in the net.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Other opponents of the Kirk-themed holidays have questioned why lawmakers are prioritizing the issue over more material issues that might have a bigger impact on their constituents’ lives.

From Salon

England's Super 8 opponents are still to be confirmed but they will play that phase in Sri Lanka, starting on Sunday, and surely must improve to have any chance.

From BBC

While Wolves have managed just one win after 26 games in their dismal Premier League campaign, back-to-back FA Cup wins against League Two opponents has extended their cup interest into March.

From BBC

The Americans’ opponent in the final eight will be determined in a four-game qualification round Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times