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as in rivalry
an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
I'm still in this ball game, so don't count me out yet
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Recent Examples of ball game
The 1978 World Series against the Dodgers saw the Yankees lose the first two ball games in Los Angeles.
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Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Despite starting their top three pitchers in Sonny Gray, Fedde and Kyle Gibson, St. Louis was swept by the Reds, scoring four total runs in three virtually uncompetitive ball games.
—Katie Woo, The Athletic, 15 Aug. 2024
Sales have become an afterthought with adaptation representing the whole ball game.
—Simon Van Zuylen-Wood, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
Not to be outdone, the Guardians and Yankees have also used eight pitchers in a nine inning postseason ball game during the Division Series.
—Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Despite starting their top three pitchers in Sonny Gray, Fedde and Kyle Gibson, St. Louis was swept by the Reds, scoring four total runs in three virtually uncompetitive ball games.
—Katie Woo, The Athletic, 15 Aug. 2024
Sales have become an afterthought with adaptation representing the whole ball game.
—Simon Van Zuylen-Wood, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
Not to be outdone, the Guardians and Yankees have also used eight pitchers in a nine inning postseason ball game during the Division Series.
—Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ball game
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Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey is inactive for Sunday's rivalry matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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Just look at what even happened in college football, some of these rivalry games and things of that nature over the weekend.Ben Morse, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
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Another potential issue is Tucker's contract situation.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Like others, Suzanne has changed her behavior to adjust to her situation.Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
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When his father is murdered that rejection takes on new importance in turning him into the villain of this piece and key motivation for all the battles that ensue.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
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These women, each fighting battles of their own, teach Oya that strength doesn’t have to mean solitude.Anita Kopacz, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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These deals followed HarbourView’s 2023 investment in Charles D. King’s award-winning, multi-platform media company, MACRO.Katcy Stephan, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
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Phillips Payson O’Brien: How Biden made a mess of Ukraine Defining a security guarantee will be the crux of any deal.Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 18 Dec. 2024
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One of the officers was shocked during the struggle, too.Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
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With striking visuals and a profound emotional core, the film captures the timeless struggles of identity and liberation.Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024
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The Seattle Seahawks are monitoring Geno Smith’s status after the quarterback exited Sunday night’s loss to the Green Bay Packers with a knee injury.Mark Puleo, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Fabricated from the double-layered material used in conveyor belts, its oatmeal-colored shape could bear up to 500 pounds of weight—ultimately solidifying the tote’s status in the pantheon of carryalls.Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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Once the initial shock subsides, Kit and Theo decide this is the perfect opportunity to prove who won the breakup – with a hookup competition.Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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While Kelly and Chrissy still lost, even after dominating in competitions, Rachel’s win appeared pretty secure at this point, with the only real question being: Who would lose to her at the end?Dalton Ross, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Ball game.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ball%20game. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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