opponent
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Hilton, his Republican opponent in the race, holds starkly different views.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
There is no next opponent waiting in the shadows, only 80,000 roaring voices, a sea of green, white and orange tricolours and the final chapter of a transcendent career.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
“I think it makes a difference, a record versus intentions,” Bass said when asked what differentiates her from her opponent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
Meanwhile, American 20th seed Tommy Paul - a potential opponent for Alcaraz in the fourth round - continued his progress with a 6-2 6-3 5-7 6-4 victory over Croatia's Dino Prizmic.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
His friendly opponent stood up, and they shook hands.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
Already there are hapless teams wondering if it’s time to stop tackling their opponents in order to chase some of those New Orleans quarterbacking genes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
The spectre of a far-right state government drew thousands of the AfD's opponents to a rally on Saturday in Magdeburg, the regional capital, with banners saying "life is better without Nazis".
From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026
Instead of dropping deep towards his own penalty area, Bellingham can now use his energy to press opponents higher up the pitch.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
Cleveland, open since 1959, is 2-0 and outscored its opponents 96-0.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026
She knew better than anyone not to underestimate opponents based on their appearance.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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