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as in enemy
one that is hostile toward another
please name the novel's hero and his antagonist
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as in opponent
one that takes a position opposite another in a competition or conflict
his antagonist in the boxing match
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The options range from new sourcebooks to new modules and collections of antagonists to drop into an ongoing game.
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Rob Wieland, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Other heart failure medications include: Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs), like Aldactone (spironolactone) or Inspra (eplerenone): These drugs are a type of diuretic that further helps rid the body of excess fluid.
—Rafle Fernandez, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
Here's everything to know about the 'Moana 2' antagonists Nalo and Matangi
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Moana is going up against two new Disney villains in Moana 2.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
In his worldview, there is no negotiating with modern-day antisemites, much as there was no negotiating with the Amalekites, the biblical antagonists to whom Mr. Netanyahu has more than once compared contemporary enemies of Israel and Jews.
—Marc Tracy, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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Rob Wieland, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Other heart failure medications include: Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs), like Aldactone (spironolactone) or Inspra (eplerenone): These drugs are a type of diuretic that further helps rid the body of excess fluid.
—Rafle Fernandez, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
Here's everything to know about the 'Moana 2' antagonists Nalo and Matangi
Comments
Moana is going up against two new Disney villains in Moana 2.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
In his worldview, there is no negotiating with modern-day antisemites, much as there was no negotiating with the Amalekites, the biblical antagonists to whom Mr. Netanyahu has more than once compared contemporary enemies of Israel and Jews.
—Marc Tracy, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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In a truly unprecedented move, the IAF successfully assassinated Israel’s long-time enemy, veteran Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, on September 27, 2024, in an enormous airstrike on Beirut.Paul Iddon, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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This terrifying and occasionally gory tale follows a warrior in an unfamiliar environment forced by a floating gold orb, Puck, to eat many enemies, thus becoming stronger.Felecia Wellington Radel, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Again, is this Kansas City’s credit or the opponents’ blame?Michael Salfino, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Since the announcement of Patel’s nomination, most concern has centered on the idea that, under his leadership, the F.B.I. would launch criminal investigations of Trump’s political opponents and media critics.Beverly Gage, The New Yorker, 11 Dec. 2024
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Leaders looking at 2025 want to incorporate AI as a friend, not a foe, to enable greater efficiency, output and growth.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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This game against a potential playoff foe was somewhat of a litmus test for the Seahawks, who handled business coming out of the bye week with wins over the Cardinals (twice), 49ers and Jets.Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Windsor and East Catholic didn’t have to play each other until mid-February last season and then the two CCC rivals played each other twice in two weeks, with Windsor winning the regular season game, 77-73 and the CCC championship, 63-61.Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 16 Dec. 2024
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Its main rivals include the Honda Accord Hybrid Touring (starting at $37,000) and the Nissan Maxima (starting at $42,250).Josh Max, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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With harsh conditions and adversaries threatening to end the Dutton legacy, Spencer (Brandon Sklenar) embarks on an arduous journey home, racing against time to save his family in Montana.Lynette Rice, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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With harsh conditions and adversaries threatening to end the Dutton legacy, Spencer embarks on an arduous journey home, racing against time to save his family in Montana.Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Antagonist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antagonist. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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