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Versus

Definition:

Versus is a preposition that indicates opposition or contrast between two things or ideas.

Sense 1:

As a preposition, versus is commonly used in legal and sports contexts to express a competition or contest between two parties. It signifies a rivalry or confrontation between opponents.

Example sentence:

The court case of Smith versus Johnson is scheduled for next week.

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• Legal dictionary
• Law books

Sense 2:

As a conjunction, versus can be used to introduce contrasting elements or opposing views.

Example sentence:

The debate focused on capitalism versus socialism.

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• Political science books
• History of economic thought

Sense 3:

As a noun, versus refers to the term used in legal proceedings or cases to denote one party in opposition to another.

Example sentence:

In the lawsuit, the plaintiff is versus the defendant.

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• Law dictionary
• Legal practice guide

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