sparred
Example Sentences
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Facebook-parent Meta will defend itself in a landmark social media trial that begins Tuesday in California, where attorneys have sparred over witnesses and financial penalties.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
They later sparred over the implications of economic planning for freedom.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
The president sat as reporters from outlets he has sparred with and even sued, including the New York Times, CNN and the Wall Street Journal, came up to be honoured with awards.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Have Anthropic and the Trump administration sparred before?
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
Celaena drew another dagger, but paused as Verin called to her from the ring where he sparred with Cain.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
