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adversary

[ad-ver-ser-ee] / ˈæd vərˌsɛr i /


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He is cultivating Mr. Xi as a partner now, not an adversary.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"No adversary should mistake our current restraint with a lack of resolve."

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

"No adversary should mistake our current restraint with a lack of resolve," said Caine, who spoke alongside Hegseth.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

That distinction matters most when an adversary seeks a rapid fait accompli—a limited territorial gain achieved before the U.S. can respond effectively.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

It is a clever, treacherous adversary, how well I know.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel




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