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competitive

[kuhm-pet-i-tiv] / kəmˈpɛt ɪ tɪv /


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If it is approved, TSA then puts a contract out for competitive bid by preapproved companies and assigns the winning company to the airport.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“It’s always super tough to be competitive there,” Palou said of Long Beach, where he finished second last April, giving him three straight podium finishes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The Scottish Grocers' Federation claimed the proposals could create a competitive disadvantage for smaller local shops and "distort the market" by changing consumer behaviour.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Wolves were competitive against West Ham, at least until they conceded anyway, but I can't see past another Leeds win here.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“Studies show that in single-sex schools, girls take more nontraditional courses like advanced science. They worry less about how they look, they’re more competitive, and they have higher self-esteem.”

From "Genuine Fraud" by E. Lockhart




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