spar

Example Sentences

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He would spar, get hit and wonder why he was doing this.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Through podcast appearances, tweets and interviews, Milton used social media to build hype for the brand and spar with naysayers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

One reason the U.S. is seen as likely to cede ground is the leverage External link Beijing has shown as it and Washington spar over trade.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

“They fight and they spar, but they really, really love each other, which I find refreshing,” Najimy says.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2025

Tables were pulled out of the way with protesting groans, making a space for the men to spar.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman