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competitive

[kuhm-pet-i-tiv] / kəmˈpɛt ɪ tɪv /


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“Little has changed with regard to the fundamentally tense competitive situation, both domestically and abroad,” Wolf says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026

Not least because, 10 years into his career in F1, Ocon is well known within the sport for both his competitive level and his approach.

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026

A stronger franc makes imported goods cheaper but means Switzerland’s exports are less competitive.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026

Throughout the night, BBC analysts will focus on the competitive races which will give an indication of how well things are going for Trump.

From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026

“Quit your whining and carrying on. Ye all knew this was the most competitive specialty.”

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston


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