bouts
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Like most highly anticipated bouts, the buildup is more exciting than the final conflict.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026
"Right now the economy is already very difficult, and the haze just makes it worse," he told AFP, adding that this year's situation was worse than even previous major bouts of haze in 2015.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
Blanca Ortiz has cycled through bouts of sadness, anxiety and anger ever since her husband was detained by federal immigration agents five months ago.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2026
Several of Chisora's recent bouts have been billed as farewell fights and there have been repeated calls from people within the boxing community for the veteran to retire because of his age.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
I’d become more consistent in winning my pool matches and a few direct elimination bouts, but nothing to brag about.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word