adversaries

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That means expanding incentives to keep experienced aviators in uniform, including bonuses, career flexibility and quality-of-life programs—practical steps to win the talent competition against our adversaries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The Greeks first mentioned the “Keltoi” in the sixth century B.C.; later Greek and Roman writers labeled their brave northern adversaries barbarians, Gauls or Galatians.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

The King spelt out the cornerstones: there had to be support for Nato, "keeping North Americans and Europeans safe from our common adversaries".

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Oil companies aren’t known for playing nice with their adversaries.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Afterwards, as we waited by Keith’s van for a promised lift to the trailhead, we stood in an awkward silence, like adversaries in a property dispute waiting to be summoned into the judge’s chambers.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson