contention

Example Sentences

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During their spell as owners, the Red Dragons have risen from the National League to Championship play-off contention thanks to three successive promotions.

From BBC

Indeed, the price of a rescheduled summit has become a central point of contention.

From The Wall Street Journal

Newcastle held their own against Barcelona and were in contention for 135 minutes of action but conceded four goals in the second half of the second leg to eventually lose 8-3 on aggregate.

From BBC

It is the "if done correctly," part which is the bone of contention, according to one of the country's most respected and influential scientists.

From BBC

Residuals and royalties are often a point of contention between artists and streamers.

From Los Angeles Times