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Definitions

compete

[kuhm-peet] / kəmˈpit /
VERB
go up against in contest
Synonyms
STRONGEST
battle challenge clash contend contest face fight play spar try vie wrestle
STRONG
attempt bandy bid collide emulate encounter essay fence grapple joust oppose rival strive struggle tilt tussle
WEAK
be in the running cope with go after go for go for broke go for the gold in the hunt jockey for position lock horns match strength match wits participate in pit oneself against run for scramble for seek prize take on take part
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agree give up make peace retreat surrender
STRONG
aid assist forget help let go release support yield

Example Sentences

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The 10-year-old will also compete in Spain in the individual event, and in the doubles along with Ivy.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Freiha thinks Blank Street’s speed can help it compete in the L.A. region’s competitive coffee and matcha scene.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

With such a large shortage, buyers need to compete for the remaining barrels, forcing prices much higher.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

It raises an obvious question: how can a relatively simple, low-cost material compete with highly refined silicon technology developed over decades?

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

I was finally getting the chance to compete in a team sport.

From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge

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