relegate

Example Sentences

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But West Ham have the ignominy of holding the record for the team relegated with the most points in the 20-team era.

From BBC

But lately, more price tags are pushing above that threshold and the pricier items are no longer relegated to a back corner of stores.

From The Wall Street Journal

They are just playing for pride now, which is a terrible position to be in for any footballer, but at least they are showing a bit of fight despite basically being relegated already.

From BBC

Since then, both clubs have been relegated to and returned from the Championship - and this term both are chasing European glory.

From BBC

He was also at the helm when Saracens were relegated for financial irregularities, spending the 2020-21 season in the second division and leading them straight back to the Premiership.

From Barron's