as in dynamic
having or marked by a strong desire to win or be better than others
The two siblings shared a rivalrous but ultimately loving relationship.
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Recent Examples of rivalrous
The translation into Hindi inevitably fails; instead, two fabulously different, almost rivalrous texts sit next to each other.
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James Wood, The New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2024
The fan-favorite wrestling drama that paired Stephen Amell and Alexander Ludwig as rivalrous bros went peering off a cliff less than two months ago before its unceremonious cancellation.
—Starz Turns Heels, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2023
The rivalrous power dynamic between Jones and frontman Jagger is captured in brilliant subtlety in the glances between them during an impromptu interview.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Nov. 2023
A little more than a year ago, Kentucky men’s basketball coach John Calipari and Louisville men’s basketball coach Chris Mack were publicly exchanging rivalrous barbs ahead of the 2020-21 season, a season which saw the Cardinals defeat the Wildcats.
—Hayes Gardner, The Courier-Journal, 28 Jan. 2022
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James Wood, The New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2024
The fan-favorite wrestling drama that paired Stephen Amell and Alexander Ludwig as rivalrous bros went peering off a cliff less than two months ago before its unceremonious cancellation.
—Starz Turns Heels, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2023
The rivalrous power dynamic between Jones and frontman Jagger is captured in brilliant subtlety in the glances between them during an impromptu interview.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Nov. 2023
A little more than a year ago, Kentucky men’s basketball coach John Calipari and Louisville men’s basketball coach Chris Mack were publicly exchanging rivalrous barbs ahead of the 2020-21 season, a season which saw the Cardinals defeat the Wildcats.
—Hayes Gardner, The Courier-Journal, 28 Jan. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rivalrous
Adjective
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From the initial spark of motivation to the sustained excellence of high performance, positive reinforcement creates a pathway to success that is both dynamic and enduring.—
Rhett Power,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2025
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Impressions of the week: A very dynamic week with a lot of shows, presentations, trade shows and showrooms with worldwide talents, from ready-to-wear to accessories.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But considering that many global citizens remain unbanked or underbanked, this technology could be more complementary than competitive with traditional banking in the medium term.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The Islanders have enough solid forwards to be competitive without adding in the offseason.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Madrid was considered to have pulled off a major coup when beating bitter rival FC Barcelona to Arda Guler by paying more than his Fenerbahce release clause.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Vonn took the super-combined and downhill titles the previous two days. 2014 — The Clippers rout the rival Lakers 142-94.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Stripes Everywhere Stripes are having a major design moment, proving that the lively pattern is timeless, versatile, and effortlessly chic.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Mar. 2025
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The High Kings and Mary Black Palmer Auditorium, 270 Mohegan Ave Pkwy., New London A full evening of Irish music with vocalist Mary Black, lively traditional Irish band The High Kings plus Róisín O is being presented by The Kate but held at Connecticut College’s Palmer Auditorium.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But the guard has pushed through and is determined to help Phoenix make a last-ditch effort for a playoff run.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
8 Mar. 2025
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At a time when women were not allowed to wrestle professionally, this dream seems far-fetched, but Burke is determined to succeed.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Rivalrous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rivalrous. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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