play against
Example Sentences
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"Paraguay has shown in qualification for this World Cup, how tough it is to play against, and how they perform so well. They beat Argentina, Brazil," coach Mauricio Pochettino told AFP.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Picture Unai Emery loading up a chess app on his phone to play against strangers - under his own name.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Will he play against the Rams or sit behind Kirk Cousins?
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
“When you play against great defense, you have to have guys that can attract multiple defenders on the floor at all times,” said James, who led the Lakers with 27 points on 12-for-17 shooting.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
“You must be joking. Who am I to play against the likes of Stan Smith and Jimmy Connors?”
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
