referee

Example Sentences

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The Stormers were convinced they had grounded the ball late in the match, but referee Christophe Ridley's 'no try' decision was upheld after a review.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

PHOENIX—There are only two words any NFL fan needs to hear to remember the perils of a referee lockout: Fail Mary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The result is an uneven playing field in which judges referee disputes between athletes, colleges and the NCAA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

White and Federico Vinas came together inside the box - and the referee originally allowed play to continue.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The ball was still rolling when the referee blew his whistle—once, twice, and again—to signal the end of the game.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John