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The goal is not only to score but also to prevent the opposing team from breaking the rules and gaining an advantage.

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Sentence

Narrator

The goal is not only to score but also to prevent the opposing team from breaking the rules and gaining an advantage.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

Remember, the goal isn't just to score; it's also to prevent the other team from cheating.

Describing Habits

Our team focuses on both scoring and ensuring fair play by preventing rule violations.

Asking About Others

Does your team prioritize preventing the opposition from gaining an unfair advantage?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If we didn't focus on preventing rule-breaking, we'd likely lose more games.

Rephrased versions

Formal

The objective encompasses not only achieving points but also ensuring adherence to regulations by the opposing team.

Casual

It's not just about scoring; we also need to stop the other guys from bending the rules.

Simpler English

We want to score, but also make sure the other team plays fair.

Phrases to learn

prevent the opposing team

To stop the other team from doing something.

gaining an advantage

To obtain a superior position or benefit.