1
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
However, after quickly stumbling upon the realization that small-town church life is an entirely different ball game, Corey slowly accepts that the path to spiritual leadership might just be funnier and more profound than any sermon could ever teach.
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Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 31 Jan. 2025
The first step was my self-tape, and that was pretty word-for-word the ball game scene that’s in [the first episode].
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 18 Jan. 2025
My dad could drive me there with his feet up and a ball game on.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 16 Oct. 2024
Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen may have started dating around the same time as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, but their relationship is a completely different ball game.
—Glamour, 27 Jan. 2025
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Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 31 Jan. 2025
The first step was my self-tape, and that was pretty word-for-word the ball game scene that’s in [the first episode].
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 18 Jan. 2025
My dad could drive me there with his feet up and a ball game on.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 16 Oct. 2024
Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen may have started dating around the same time as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, but their relationship is a completely different ball game.
—Glamour, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ball game
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The rivalry between the two legends, both on and off the course, is well known.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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After the goalless draw in one of soccer’s fiercest rivalries, the Portuguese manager was yet again outspoken in his press conference.—
Ben Church,
CNN,
25 Feb. 2025
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However, to be able to do something that's never been done, solve difficult problems or choose a solution that best fits your company's situation.—
Arie Abramovici,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Musk's Saturday message took some administration officials by surprise, according to two sources familiar with the situation.—
Dan Levine,
USA TODAY,
26 Feb. 2025
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The biggest victories in the inflation battle already have occurred, Hoyt said.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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The movie, aka Episode III, takes place years after the onset of the Clone Wars, when the noble Jedi Knights lead a massive clone army into a galaxy-wide battle against the Separatists.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2025
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Such a deal would reduce US dependency on China, and provide significant incentive for the United States to boost Ukrainian security, a US official familiar with negotiations told CNN.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN,
22 Feb. 2025
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Even still, Holmberg, who needs a new deal after this season (RFA), might be worth hanging onto as a depth forward who can play anywhere in a pinch (with real limitations offensively).—
Jonas Siegel,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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Considering UConn’s struggles shooting from long range in its losses, the importance of its best 3-point shooter can’t be overstated, especially when Fudd can add drives and pull-up midrangers when defenses chase her off the line.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Volpe immersed herself in research before making the film, accompanying nurses on hospital shifts to understand their daily struggles.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Noem will have until July 12 to extend or terminate the status, per the National Law Review.—
Julia Gomez,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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After all, who wouldn’t want to live in a world in which those who have talent and work hard succeed; a world in which success and status are determined by the actual value someone adds to society?—
Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Sunday’s performance will kick off with Anthony, and will be followed by a set from Venezuelan comedian George Harris, the song competition, and Bacilos as the grand finale.—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
23 Feb. 2025
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Tune in on Sunday to see which team will get the victory in this 2025 ICC Champions Trophy competition.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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Reuters This story has been updated with additional information.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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Source: National Interagency Fire Center This story was originally published February 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacramento Bee,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Ball game.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ball%20game. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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