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rivals

Pronunciation: [ˈraɪvəlz]

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Learn how to use rivals in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “competition”

(noun) rivals are people or groups that compete against each other. This can happen in sports, business, or any situation where two sides want to win or be better than the other.

Example

The team faced strong rivals in the championship game last year.

Example

She doesn't see her classmates as rivals; they all help each other study.

Example

Who do you think are the biggest rivals in your favorite sport?

Context: “competition”

(verb) to rival means to compete with someone or something. It’s like trying to be just as good or even better than another person or group in a particular area.

Example

Her performance in the play rivals those of the professional actors.

Example

No one can rival his talent in this music group.

Example

Do you think new technology can rival the current leading products?

How to pronounce rivals

Pronunciation: [ˈraɪvəlz]

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