sparring
Example Sentences
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The boxer is a sparring partner for Marian, who works out her aggression in the ring.
From Los Angeles Times
Now, the two companies are sparring in federal bankruptcy court in Delaware.
But political leaders are still sparring over the program.
From Seattle Times
The sparring teams announced the totals ahead of an Oct.
From Washington Times
When the final bell rang Saturday night, mercifully ending the lopsided sparring session, Canelo Álvarez touched gloves with his vanquished foe, hugged him, and gave him a pep talk.
From Los Angeles Times
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