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Vocabulary Entry
relegation
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act of being demoted or assigned to a lower rank or position, especially in a sports context.
Example Sentences
"The team's relegation to a lower league was unexpected this season."
"He faced relegation after a series of poor performances."
"The coach's main goal this year is to avoid relegation."
V
verb
To assign to a lower rank or position, often used in the context of sports or categories.
Example Sentences
"The club could be relegated if they do not improve their performance."
"They faced the risk of being relegated to the lower division."
"The league rules state that the bottom teams are relegated every season."