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Wood conceded 14 runs from the 19th over against Nepal on Sunday in taking 1-31 from three overs.
From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026
But that crisp play did not carry over against the Cornhuskers.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2025
England wing Tommy Freeman has scored a try in all three rounds this campaign, and showed his power to crash over against Scotland from close range.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2025
In 1960, he claimed a hat-trick in a 3-1 triumph over against a combination of Egyptian and Syrian national team players.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 9, 2023
I walked bent over against the cold, protecting my eyes with my arms.
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
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