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Adversary

usgb/ˈædvərseri/Volume
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Beyond Enemies

Adversary can refer to a competitor in sports, politics, or business, not just enemies.

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Even after the match, he respected his adversary for a well-played game.
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Not Always Negative

The term doesn't always carry a hostile connotation; it can imply a healthy rivalry.

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As chess adversaries, they pushed each other to improve.
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Impersonal Adversaries

Adversary can also be a challenge or obstacle, not just a person or a group.

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She considered her fear of heights an adversary to overcome.
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