rivals

Example Sentences

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He often appeared relaxed during the gubernatorial debates, at points even complimenting or joking with his rivals as they parried on stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Now, as voters head to the polls on primary day in the Pine Tree State, RCV has become so accepted that candidates from both parties are openly encouraging voters to rank their rivals.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

This myth assumed that high-tech and the trades were alternatives, even rivals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

One important factor in the cycle is competition, especially with South Korean rivals SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The only sound was the hammer-like ‘chack-chack’ of a woodpecker warning rivals away.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver