showdown

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The showdown became radical in June when three bears were found dead in two days Western Macedonia, according to the leading wildlife groups Arcturos and Kallisto.

From Barron's • Jul. 9, 2026

Balogun is now set to miss his side's last-16 showdown with Belgium.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

However, the 2016 European champions will book a last-16 showdown with Spain or Austria if they defeat Croatia.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

The top strategist for Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ reelection bid has left her campaign, just as she is gearing up for a bruising showdown against City Councilmember Nithya Raman in the Nov. 3 runoff.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

As the world began to slide towards a final showdown of the European empires, this kind of music increasingly reminded people of the way of life they were about to lose.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall