referee

Example Sentences

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Harper rose to her feet as Dubois leapt in celebration, prompting the referee to warn her for failing to return to her corner.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The referee spoke to both sets of coaching staff, Dutch defender Geertruida and Xhaka before restarting the game.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

PHOENIX—There are only two words any NFL fan needs to hear to remember the perils of a referee lockout: Fail Mary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Last week data showed that referee and VAR errors are on the increase in the Premier League.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The referee pulled them apart, and ducked as a long right arm looped over his head.

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte