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Austria vs Germany
/ˈɒs.tri.ə væz ˈdʒɜː.mə.ni/
Definition
1
A phrase denoting a sports matchup, especially in soccer (football), between the national teams of Austria and Germany, evoking intense rivalry.
2
Colloquially, a comparison or friendly debate pitting Austrian culture, beer, or efficiency against its German neighbor's precision and sausages.
Examples
The Austria vs Germany thriller ended in a draw, much like their endless debate over who brews superior lager.
Family dinner turned into Austria vs Germany when Uncle Hans claimed Bavarian pretzels beat Viennese pastries.
Predicting Austria vs Germany is like choosing between Freud and Nietzsche – both brilliant, but one always psychs you out.
In the eternal Austria vs Germany style-off, lederhosen edges out dirndls by a polka step.