opponent

Example Sentences

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Qarabag were compliant opponents, not made of the stuff that enables Premier League opposition to scent blood in almost every game against his side.

From BBC

"Newcastle are a team from pot four. We have had difficult opponents but it is the best preparation for the knockout rounds. We are used to difficulty and I like difficulty."

From Barron's

Only one of their eight opponents in the league phase came from outside Europe's four biggest leagues, and that was Portuguese giants Sporting.

From Barron's

Even some of Omar’s strong opponents came out against the attack.

From Salon

But he has faced criticism from opponents at home over the risk posed by China to the UK's national security and Xi Jinping's human rights record.

From BBC