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Example sentences for: sparring

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The pièce-de-résistance of the rotating phrase, however, came when my own step-daughter told me of an aggravated duet (or should that be roundelay?) between herself and her habitual sparring partner.
The debate included little sparring and much criticism of George W. Bush for not showing up.
Tae kwon do emphasizes sparring and gets students accustomed to dealing with an assault.
The LAT calls Clinton's comments part of "sparring" between the parties, and says he "returned to the political offensive Saturday."
The gloomy Democratic spin: The constant sparring over character issues makes them both less likable.