reigning

Example Sentences

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Earlier in their campaign, in the absence of a serious challenge to their dominancy, the reigning seven-time champions were measuring themselves against ideals, internal standards and small print.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

As the reigning Premier League champions continue to suffer an alarming decline, and fan discontent rises, FSG must decide what to do about head coach Arne Slot.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Matthew Stafford, the reigning NFL most valuable player, was in a tower at the starting line.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

The reigning most valuable player scored fewer than 20 points in a game for the first time since May 24, 2025.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

They didn’t know they were dealing with the reigning champs of the Maryvale College sports day.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah