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as in enemies
one that is hostile toward another
our old cat seemed to consider the new kitten an adversary
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as in opponents
one that takes a position opposite another in a competition or conflict
our adversaries in tomorrow's meet are from one of the top schools in the league
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Recent Examples of adversaries
Indeed, everyone—businesses, allied governments, and adversaries—will be trying to figure out what is happening within a chaotic administration, and, if possible, to shape it.
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Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Whatever the origin, America’s inner conflict now feels comparable to the pivotal decade when Xiao and his liberal adversaries fought over China’s future.
—Chang Che, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
In reality, their most remarkable skills lie in their ability to forge deep connections with people—even their adversaries.
—Jeremy Hurewitz, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Jones and his team, along with Virginia Tech's National Security Institute, are researching the critical threats posed by the rise of commercial-off-the-shelf UAS and systems manufactured by foreign adversaries.
—Jennifer Kite-Powell, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
At a recent Nato conference, UK cabinet minister Pat McFadden warned that foreign adversaries were now weaponizing AI in their attacks.
—Emma Woollacott, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The sightings have been documented across New Jersey, New York and other parts of the East Coast, and have fueled numerous bizarre conspiracy theories including that the drones are alien in origin or under the control of foreign adversaries.
—Cyrus Farivar, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Those are the real adversaries in Congress, the House versus Senate.
—ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
To decrease our tribalism and demonization of political adversaries, family, friends and acquaintances with clashing opinions should consider taking part in similar civil exchanges.
—Mike McGrew, Baltimore Sun, 22 Dec. 2024
Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Whatever the origin, America’s inner conflict now feels comparable to the pivotal decade when Xiao and his liberal adversaries fought over China’s future.
—Chang Che, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
In reality, their most remarkable skills lie in their ability to forge deep connections with people—even their adversaries.
—Jeremy Hurewitz, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Jones and his team, along with Virginia Tech's National Security Institute, are researching the critical threats posed by the rise of commercial-off-the-shelf UAS and systems manufactured by foreign adversaries.
—Jennifer Kite-Powell, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
At a recent Nato conference, UK cabinet minister Pat McFadden warned that foreign adversaries were now weaponizing AI in their attacks.
—Emma Woollacott, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The sightings have been documented across New Jersey, New York and other parts of the East Coast, and have fueled numerous bizarre conspiracy theories including that the drones are alien in origin or under the control of foreign adversaries.
—Cyrus Farivar, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Those are the real adversaries in Congress, the House versus Senate.
—ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
To decrease our tribalism and demonization of political adversaries, family, friends and acquaintances with clashing opinions should consider taking part in similar civil exchanges.
—Mike McGrew, Baltimore Sun, 22 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adversaries
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In the Prime Video clip overlaid with a theme track, the protagonist can be seen preparing to do battle against enemies who have arrived at his house, as the tension ratchets up.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
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This is precisely what Patel has threatened to do by calling for retribution against political enemies.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Seeing and decrying enemies at every turn inevitably hardens those opponents against you.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Theatre of Dreams no longer intimidates opponents.Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Since then, the Giants have lost five more and been outscored 140-59 by their opponents, while Dallas has won four of five and outscored its foes, 137-111.Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
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On the other side, Nebraska faces off against fellow Big Ten titan Penn State in a clash of familiar foes.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Adversaries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adversaries. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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