bout

Example Sentences

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Anthony Joshua weighed in almost two stone heavier than Jake Paul for Friday's controversial heavyweight bout as part of an unusual stipulation.

From BBC

“Confidence continues to increase that bouts of heavy rainfall will lead to an increased flood and debris flow risk, as well as holiday travel disruptions for the entire region.”

From Los Angeles Times

Joshua will face Paul, 28, at Miami's Kaseya Center in a bout many regard as a significant mismatch, and one that should have been sanctioned as an exhibition bout.

From BBC

This is a professional contest and a sanctioned bout where people are betting on it.

From BBC

A Mike Tyson-obsessed kid who did not lace the gloves properly until 17, Williamson racked up 68 amateur bouts, boxed for Team GB and won medals on the international circuit.

From BBC