underdog

Example Sentences

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Paul, who is a huge underdog in the heavyweight contest as a natural cruiserweight, was no less incendiary in response.

From BBC

It’s a sentiment shared by many from the Bowl, who Kaslow has dubbed the fire’s “great underdogs.”

From Los Angeles Times

“She always played the underdog, and she loved kids,” Young said.

From Los Angeles Times

"Panama will try to make the most of their underdog role. No-one can be underestimated, everyone deserves the fullest respect."

From BBC

Uruguay and Portugal, who both impressed as underdogs in France, are also in Pool D.

From BBC