Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: rear-guard

Synonyms:

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Antonyms:

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Usage examples:

Chesterfield responded with an effort by Grigg which was smartly saved by Dibble whose opposite number Boot was in action a minute later to keep out a shot from McLean after a brief spell of sloppy defending by the visitors’ rear-guard.

Source: https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/football/non-league/kidderminster-harriers/2023/10/28/kidderminster-1-chesterfield-3---report/

There is little between the defences where Kevin McDonald has found his true position manning the centre of the Rangers rear-guard.

Source: https://carlow-nationalist.ie/2023/08/13/epic-county-final-in-store/