competitive
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The rural games are still held in the arena that bears the founder's name, after local attorney Robert Dover wanted to channel the competitive traits of residents.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Boardroom disputes are commonplace, even healthy, at big companies, particularly those hashing out tough decisions under fierce competitive pressure.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
"I had to stay over-positive, over-determined, always ready to try to find a solution to keep being competitive and find a way to be on court again," he said.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
“We’re targeting being able to be competitive up to $4 billion,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
I had spent the entire competitive season with one goal in mind, to make the national team.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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