show-downs

[US]/[ˈʃoʊˌdaʊnz]/
[UK]/[ˈʃoʊˌdaʊnz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a decisive encounter or contest, especially one between rivals.; a confrontation or showdown.; a dramatic or climactic event.

Example Sentences

the two companies engaged in a fierce price show-down.

the final round of the competition was a tense show-down.

he predicted a show-down between the two political parties.

the lawyers prepared for a legal show-down in court.

the show-down over the budget continued for weeks.

a classic western often features a dramatic gunfight show-down.

the debate ended in a heated show-down between the candidates.

the board members anticipated a show-down with the ceo.

the team prepared for a show-down with the reigning champions.

the film culminated in a thrilling show-down between the hero and villain.

the union threatened a show-down with management over wages.

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