ref

Example Sentences

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Mike: I don't even care if it's the right decision, well done to the ref at City for making his OWN decision after being sent to the monitor by VAR.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

Why has the ref decided to change his mind with that penalty?

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

If the ref isn't sure he should ask VAR to bring it up on the monitor instead of waiting five minutes.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

“It’s the equivalent of having an NFL ref for a pee-wee football game,” said John Murphy, who oversees the club’s racing operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

I heard my mom yell when the ref handed me the ball.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan