rivaled

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He said England sent scouts to the Central time zone 18 months before the tournament, and its list of needs rivaled that of any touring rock band.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The extent to which he has reshaped U.S. politics and society is rivaled by few of his predecessors; presidents such as Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

The interiors would be made of leather that rivaled Prada’s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

But there was a time when their importance, along with the activists who peddled their ideas, rivaled those of politicians themselves.

From Salon • Aug. 24, 2025

“Oh, excellent,” said the other girl, whose thick curls rivaled Molly’s own.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny