showdown

Example Sentences

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Details of the proposed showdown remain hazy, including whether the elder Trump brothers would fight together or separately, and where such an event might take place.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

They have home advantage in this year's expected title showdown on 17 May, which could set up another barnstorming finale to the championship.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

It’s showdown time in the championship game of the Boras Classic South on Friday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

In a national semifinal matchup against fellow No. 1 seed Arizona, a game predicted to be the showdown of the tournament, they walloped the Wildcats by 18.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

“It looks like we’re heading for our first showdown between the captains!” the announcer shouts.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu