compete
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“You know, 80% of the time I wasn’t really in Australia,” said James, who started competing in snowboard at the age of 6 and began traveling to events at 10.
From Los Angeles Times
They competed in many of the same areas, including Miami, the biggest market for both companies.
Skinner has called for action in the January transfer window, saying he must add squad depth if United want to keep competing in Europe.
From BBC
Musk is competing against the autonomous ride-hailing company Waymo, which operates driverless service in several cities including San Francisco and Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times
After a two-year slump, sales surged across nearly every category at the world’s chief auction houses as younger collectors paid more for luxury goods, while seasoned buyers competed for masterpieces from prestigious estates.
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