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competitive

[kuhm-pet-i-tiv] / kəmˈpɛt ɪ tɪv /


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Sen. Jon Ossoff of Georgia is running one of the most competitive 2026 campaigns as he seeks a second term.

From Salon Sep. 20, 2026

“That may not be possible in today’s competitive free-market regime that we operate in,” Gupta said.

From MarketWatch Sep. 19, 2026

“We’re in an unusual position where the most competitive race is the top of the ticket,” Mackowiak said.

From Salon Sep. 18, 2026

Yet the system that emerged—combining public investment, competitive markets and freedom for talented individuals to pursue ambitious ideas—was remarkably productive, repeatedly turning scientific discoveries into new medicines for patients.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 18, 2026

“You need good grades if you’re going to get into a competitive PhD program.”

From "The Fourteenth Goldfish" by Jennifer L. Holm




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