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The state legislator defeated a well-known opponent, Dallas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, in the Democratic primary.

From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026

The trades under investigation came in shortly before polls closed, betting that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would do better than his opponent.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

Taylor’s opponent is state Rep. Justin J. Pearson, a 31-year-old Black Democrat who has taken a very different approach to what the district needs.

From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2026

Former world number one Venus Williams lost her 16th singles match in a row as she was beaten by an opponent 28 years younger at the Guangzhou Open.

From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2026

If he managed to win a game from an opponent, on the next day he’d often lose to someone else.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

There is a diverse array of opponents, including the California Medical Assn., the California Teachers Assn., the Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, the state Democratic Party and the state Chamber of Commerce.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026

The stalemate would hobble the state, which might compel Netanyahu and his opponents to make some kind of deal, either with each other or with the Arab parties.

From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2026

"I've spent years proving people wrong, taking risks, and pushing myself against opponents nobody thought I'd face," Paul said.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Nonetheless, Attanasio believed that even if the Brewers couldn’t outspend their opponents, they could outsmart them.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

It was the second time he’d underestimated his opponents.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer