World Cup

noun

: an international competition in a sport (such as soccer or hockey)

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Mbappé was long-expected to be confirmed the best player in the world before now, having won the 2018 World Cup at the age of 19. — ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026 Lago has also been at odds with the owner of Gables bierhouse Fritz & Franz, most recently over whether the restaurant could host outdoor watch parties during this year’s FIFA World Cup games. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026 Plans for the 2034 men’s soccer World Cup are being scaled back, as are other giant projects. — Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 23 Oct. 2026 Over the summer, Russell Stover handed out candy to World Cup fans in Kansas City with an assist from Matt Besler, former Sporting Kansas City star. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for World Cup

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“World Cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/World%20Cup. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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