ref

Example Sentences

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They fall to the ground after barely being touched, writhing in fake pain and yelling at the ref to call a foul.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 4, 2026

Embarrassing from the ref and embarrassing from VAR,

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

Technology can help, ball crossing the goal line, even semi automated offside, but tackles and hand balls, the ref has his eyes on the game and is best placed to make a call.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

“It’s the equivalent of having an NFL ref for a pee-wee football game,” said John Murphy, who oversees the club’s racing operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

The ref blew the whistle again, calling a technical foul.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan