contesting

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Contesting complaints runs the risk that an in-house judge finds you guilty, resulting in hefty sanctions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Contesting the will was going to be difficult because my wealthier siblings were okay with it.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

"Contesting against a major figure signals that I am not taking the easy way out," Shah, who has cast himself as a representation of youth-driven political change, told AFP.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Contesting his first match of the year following a 2023 season disrupted by a shoulder injury, a fit and firing Draper always looked in control against 23-year-old Baez.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2024

Contesting every foot of the way, Harry's regiment was driven back into the town, where a terrible confusion reigned.

From Friends, though divided A Tale of the Civil War by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)