ref

Example Sentences

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"The ref blows and we're there, but he doesn't blow the whistle," says Naismith.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Andrew: Outstanding from a ref on his Premier League debut.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

Embarrassing from the ref and embarrassing from VAR,

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 kid was crying when the ref slapped the mat and Luke came up proud, arms raised.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss