The phrase "former adversaries" refers to people or groups who used to be enemies or opponents in the past. They were once in conflict or had disagreements but are no longer at odds with each other. Full definition
A fixture that oozes nostalgia as Manchester United renew their rivalry with former adversary Newcastle United at Old Trafford on Saturday, with the visiting Magpies keen to capitalise on United's miserable week in Europe by achieving a feat only one team has managed in over a year − beat Sir Alex Ferguson's Red Devils at the Theatre of Dreams. (football-bookmakers.com)
In recent years, Zellner has seen former adversaries like state Senator Tim Kennedy and even the Governor reunite with his committee. (nystateofpolitics.com)
ISLAMABAD (Reuters)- As US influence in Islamabad wanes, Pakistan's former adversary Russia is building military, diplomatic and economic ties that could upend historic alliances in the region and open up a fast - growing gas market for Moscow's energy companies. (businessinsider.com)