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as in tournament
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
undoubtedly the team's best wrestler, he hasn't lost a bout yet
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as in case
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
she's currently suffering from a bout of the flu
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Recent Examples of bout
The number two spot went to the 2016 dream match between John Cena and AJ Styles, a bout that saw Styles score a clean, star-making victory over the face of the company.
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Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
The company does not know what to ask for, and the consultant does not know enough bout the client’s processes to build value.
—John Sviokla, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Here are the highlights: • As far as the one-on-one drills, the main event was the heavyweight bout between the offensive and defensive linemen, which drew several senior members of the scouting staff, including general manager John Lynch.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 29 July 2025
On Saturday night at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, the 22-year-old East County native will make his professional debut in a four-round lightweight bout against 19-year-old Brandan Ayala (2-0, 1 KO).
—Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 July 2025
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Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
The company does not know what to ask for, and the consultant does not know enough bout the client’s processes to build value.
—John Sviokla, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Here are the highlights: • As far as the one-on-one drills, the main event was the heavyweight bout between the offensive and defensive linemen, which drew several senior members of the scouting staff, including general manager John Lynch.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 29 July 2025
On Saturday night at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, the 22-year-old East County native will make his professional debut in a four-round lightweight bout against 19-year-old Brandan Ayala (2-0, 1 KO).
—Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bout
Noun
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The men’s tournament will begin on June 11, 2026 in the United States, Mexico and Canada.—
Pete Grathoff
July 14,
Kansas City Star,
14 July 2025
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The president’s attendance at the Club World Cup event comes just a year before the U.S. is set to co-host FIFA’s marquee tournament—the 2026 World Cup—along with Canada and Mexico.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In any case, Reed, who has learned how to teleport an egg, comes up with a plan to teleport the entire planet and everyone on it to a totally different star system.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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What Happens Next Going forward Trump is likely to face fresh pressure from a section of his MAGA base to release documents related to the Epstein case while Democrats could attempt to force his hand after Congress returned from its summer recess.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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The annual festival features multiple bock beers from local craft breweries, a sausage cooking competition, live music, from local musicians, local vendors, and the highlight of the day, multiple heats of racing goat.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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Naomi Kawase’s latest feature, Yakushima’s Illusion, starring Vicky Krieps, has been added to this year’s international competition at Locarno.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 July 2025
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The restaurant was a favorite hangout of the Gilbert Goons and the site of seven parking lot attacks, according to beating videos, interviews and police records.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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If its conversion from a Type 003 attack submarine into a ballistic missile submarine proves to be successful, its initial operational debut could come within the next six to 12 months.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Kicking off the events is the HaRUNbee 5K Run/Walk for Healthy Birth Outcomes on Saturday, Aug. 2.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The event serves as an opportunity to discuss historic preservation in Naperville, including the city’s historic district, mid-century modern homes and downtown buildings, an event announcement said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Aug. 2025
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Boyce died suddenly at the age of 20 in July 2019 after experiencing a seizure in his sleep.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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Illnesses that include potential strokes or seizures are particularly problematic in that the stroke or seizure can occur at any moment leaving particularly small children vulnerable and at risk and unable to seek help.—
Patricia Fersch,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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After navigating spot starts and bullpen games for the first two months of the 2025 season, manager John Schneider finally found a set starting five in June.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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Cristhian Paredes scored the only goal in a win over LAFC the last time out, bringing an end to its run of five away games without a victory.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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Jack Harrison returned to Leeds United after a loan spell.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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Arriving for his second spell, the Scottish 62-year-old has generated a positivity that hasn't been witnessed at the club for years.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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“Bout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bout. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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