Example Sentences

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This Saturday, Megann will get to leave the refereeing to the professionals at Frost Bank Center.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

As much as I roll my eyes at refereeing grievances, they appear to have a point.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“Despite the circumstances, I am in a positive mood and focused on the next challenges in my refereeing career,” Artan said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

A chant of "same old Sarries, always cheating" greeted every refereeing call against them.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Mr. McNamara got back to refereeing, so he didn't see Gary Drake, Ross Wilcox, and Darren Croome run to the bridge, then, instead of running back, disappear over it.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell