reigning
Example Sentences
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Fabian Hurzeler masterminded the dominant victory against the reigning champions - defiantly opting against a pragmatic approach.
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
The question was whether quarterback Matthew Stafford, the reigning MVP, would do anything with it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
The Sri Lankans will meet reigning champions India and Bangladesh play Pakistan, with both semi-finals scheduled for Thursday.
From Barron's ● Sep. 29, 2026
Quarterback Matthew Stafford, the reigning NFL most valuable player, passed for only 155 yards, with an interception, against the 49ers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
"Mother certainly seems to be doing an excellent job of reigning."
From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman
