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Capitals vs Canucks
/ˈkæpɪtəlz vəs kəˈnʌks/ (CAP-i-tulz vus kuh-NUKS)
Definition
1
A reference to a National Hockey League (NHL) game or matchup between the Washington Capitals (based in Washington, D.C.) and the Vancouver Canucks (based in Vancouver, British Columbia).
2
An informal shorthand for the competitive rivalry or head-to-head contests between these two franchises, often evoking intense fan debates and highlight-reel moments.
Examples
The Capitals vs Canucks opener had more plot twists than a soap opera on skates.
Predicting Capitals vs Canucks is like betting on cats herding themselves—pure chaos.
In Capitals vs Canucks, the goalies steal the show while forwards chase shadows.
My bracket busted spectacularly during that Capitals vs Canucks nail-biter.