nemesis
Example Sentences
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It always is when Scotland face their greatest nemesis.
From BBC
How do Scots beat 'nemesis' Ireland for first time in 12 meetings?
From BBC
The world number two got one over on his arch nemesis Littler after a long wait as he claimed a first victory over the 19-year-old since last year's Premier League final in May.
From BBC
Because as much as I sometimes hated being Jonah’s academic nemesis, I’d rather that than nothing.
From Literature
Like his nemesis, Gen. Douglas MacArthur, Tojo had a flawed ear for domestic politics.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
