takedown

Example Sentences

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As soon as the bell rang Rousey shot for the takedown, before transitioning to an armbar and forcing Carano to submit.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

It was a brutal takedown of Hart that could only be accomplished by the utmost respect and love from his peers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

On Monday, Rana refiled the lawsuit in New York state court, with his lawyer attributing the weeklong takedown to a clerical error.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Evloev was predicted to grapple with Murphy but it was not until the third round, with the Briton gaining the upper hand in the striking, that he attempted his first takedown.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Complete takedown of Trey, my brother, King of the Basketball Court.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes