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Recent Examples of derby
Talk Is Cheap Aside from being a high profile derby, sparks were set to fly in this match after Brazil winger Raphinha decided to speak out in an interview with Brazilian legend Romario that was released on Monday.
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Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
His only start came on March 16, 2013, in a West Yorkshire derby at home against Huddersfield Town.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
Newcastle United hosted Sunderland at St James’ Park in the Tyne-Wear derby in front of 38,502 people, a Women’s Championship record and more than were at the Emirates to watch Arsenal thrash Liverpool 4-0 in the Women’s Super League on Saturday (35,628).
—Jessy Parker Humphreys, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
Loading your audio article When Carl Gibbs finishes his regular work week as a criminal investigator for death penalty cases, the 69-year-old puts on his black suit, grabs his fancy derby hat and heads to his part-time job.
—Jason Mastrodonato, Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
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Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
His only start came on March 16, 2013, in a West Yorkshire derby at home against Huddersfield Town.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
Newcastle United hosted Sunderland at St James’ Park in the Tyne-Wear derby in front of 38,502 people, a Women’s Championship record and more than were at the Emirates to watch Arsenal thrash Liverpool 4-0 in the Women’s Super League on Saturday (35,628).
—Jessy Parker Humphreys, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
Loading your audio article When Carl Gibbs finishes his regular work week as a criminal investigator for death penalty cases, the 69-year-old puts on his black suit, grabs his fancy derby hat and heads to his part-time job.
—Jason Mastrodonato, Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for derby
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The best bowlers, of course — and those who are accustomed to playing with that brand of ball — use this to their advantage.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Besides being a clutch anchor bowler in Baker System play for the back-to-back undefeated girls state champion Falcons, Tharps finished fifth overall individually in the state tournament.—
Steve Gorches,
Orlando Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2025
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Hidden under a baseball cap and a pair of dark aviator sunglasses, Ben Navarro leans forward in his seat in the stands at Melbourne’s Margaret Court Arena, fixated on the blue acrylic tennis court below.—
Jemima McEvoy,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Carey wore a sequin jacket and her natural curls while .Paak stepped out in a flannel jacket, graphic T-shirt and baseball cap worn backwards.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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In a skit, Nadya dressed up as a Dominatrix while Gonzalez portrayed a baby, donning a diaper and bonnet with an adult-sized rattle in hand.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Mulberry silk bonnet that’s double-lined and large enough to comfortably collect my long hair and wrap around my head.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
11 Mar. 2025
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Mexican hat: long, leafless stock with dropping red or yellow petals, resembling a sombrero.—
David Montesino,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Mar. 2025
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But the popular image of a mariachi ensemble as an ensemble dressed in black with big sombrero charros persists.—
Andrew Gilbert,
The Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2025
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The Texas native Ashton Jeanty would look awfully good with a star on his helmet, for example.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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Diets rich in legumes, vegetables, whole grains, unsaturated fats, nuts, fruits, and low-fat dairy products may slow brain aging. 4) Minimize your risk of head injury by wearing helmets when skating or biking. 5) Stay socially active.—
Murali Doraiswamy,
Time,
1 Apr. 2025
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Issey Miyake’s architectural approaches to hats showcase the potential for sculptural innovation, while Valentino’s elegant fedoras provide the perfect canvas for formal occasions like the Met Gala.—
Essence,
Essence,
18 Mar. 2025
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Celebrity fans include Kelly Rowland, who’s not only worn Cult Gaia’s Prescott Knit Top, earrings, and Lisse Clutch in conjunction with an ivory-hued fedora recently but also showed off the brand’s Delvina Clutch at this year’s Vanity Fair Oscars Party — the item being worthy of a shelf at The Met.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
15 Mar. 2025
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On all three waterways, officials said all boaters, including paddlers and rowers, must arrive with their watercraft clean, drained and dry.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The younger boater attempted to drive away as the suspect continued to threaten him, before asking him to bring him back to his boat.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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People are most likely to forget gloves on Mondays, jackets on Tuesdays and cowboy hats on Saturdays.—
Alexandra Pastore,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the dining room, a wicker hanging light inspired by cowboy hats by Hannelore Maet hangs above a table by Eric Vandenhulle the face chairs are vintage.—
Michael James Gardner,
Architectural Digest,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Derby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/derby. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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