compete

Example Sentences

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A weaker yen pushes up the cost of imports, especially energy and food, but it can help exporters competing with cheaper Chinese goods.

From BBC

He said despite his low-key profile, he had learned to deal with the pressure from competing in the Four Hills Tournament in his homeland -- "that's the biggest thing there is".

From Barron's

The new plans will aim to compete with the direct to consumer offering of ESPN, which is available in tandem with Fox One, a service combining Fox Corp’s news and sports channels.

From Los Angeles Times

The 2010 Olympic downhill champion was already racing with ruptured ligaments in her left knee but was determined to compete in her fifth and final Games.

From BBC

Bowe and Jackson will still race in Jackson’s specialty of the 500 meters on Feb. 15, but Bowe will first compete in the team pursuit Saturday.

From Los Angeles Times