rival
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Definition
A rival is a person, group, or organization that competes with another for the same goal. It can also be used as a verb to mean to compete with or be as good as someone or something else.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for sports, business, or any competition. As a noun: 'main rival', 'close rival'; as a verb: less common and more formal ('rival the best'). Don't confuse with 'enemy' (strong negative feelings) — 'rival' focuses on competition, not hatred.
Example Sentences
They're not just competitors, they're long-time rivals with a lot of history.
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No smartphone on the market can rival this camera's quality.
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Tom is my biggest rival in running competitions.
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Our team played against our rivals yesterday.
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Pepsi is a famous rival of Coca-Cola.
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Growing up, my sister and I were always a bit rival when it came to grades.
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