sparring

Example Sentences

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We did plenty of sparring very early on in my career.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The lightweights have been sparring from a distance since Tsarukyan was overlooked for the interim title shot, despite being ranked number one in the division.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2026

As with the comments that inspired the meme, Wickline played Tamara as someone who refused to reveal why they’re collecting a button a day, sparring defensively with “Update” co-host Michael Che.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2026

How funny that the sitcom even featured an amalgamation of Kelly and all of her bad-faith compatriots in Leslie’s frequent sparring partner, local telejournalist Joan Callamezzo.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

Celaena said something, to which the princess only waved a hand and strode past them and onto the sparring floor.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas