rivalries

Meanings

• noun

  A state of open or frequent conflict between individuals or groups, typically one in which they are competing for something.

  - "The long-standing rivalries between the Yankees and the Red Sox have produced some of the most exciting moments in baseball history."
  - "The rivalries between the two political parties have dominated the national discourse for decades."

• noun

  A competitive or opposing relationship between two entities.

  - "The rivalries between Coke and Pepsi for market share have led to constant innovation in the soft drink industry."
  - "The rivalries between cats and dogs are often exaggerated for comedic effect."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rivalries
rivals , jives , hives , rives , lives

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Variants

List of all variants of rivalries that leads to same result
rivalries , rivalry

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Etymology

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From Old French rivaler, meaning 'compete, be equal to', from rives, 'banks' (of a river).

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Trivia

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1. The term 'rivalries' comes from the Latin word rivalis, meaning 'rival' or 'competitor'.

2. The longest-running sports rivalry in North America is between the Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins, which dates back to 1924.

3. In the animal kingdom, the rivalries between male lions for dominance can lead to serious injury or even death.

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Related Concepts

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1. Competition: A situation in which individuals, teams, or organizations strive to outperform one another to achieve a goal.

2. Conflict: A struggle or clash between individuals, groups, or organizations, often resulting in harm or damage.

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Culture

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Rivalries have been a part of human history for centuries, from sports and politics to business and personal relationships. They can be healthy and motivating, driving individuals and groups to achieve their best, or they can be destructive and lead to conflict and even violence. In literature, rivalries have been explored in works such as Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

How to Memorize "rivalries"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scene of two teams or individuals facing off against each other, each determined to come out on top.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a pair of opposing forces, such as good and evil, or order and chaos.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym R-I-V-A-L-S to remember the meaning: 'Rivalries' are 'Individuals' or 'Groups' in a state of 'Valiant' competition.

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