beat off
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Romola Garai beat off stiff competition - including from herself - to take home the Olivier for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Years.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2025
Qatar beat off a challenge from South Korea in October to host the 2023 Asian Cup, using the facilities created for the World Cup.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 5, 2022
On a wonky night for UCLA, its defense giving out yardage like Rose Bowl flea market fliers and its offense a beat off its usual rhythm, one thing remained constant.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2022
The city beat off competition from bookmakers' favourite Glasgow and nearly 20 other cities in the UK.
From BBC • Oct. 8, 2022
‘It matters little who is the enemy, if we cannot beat off his attack,’ said Gandalf.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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