competitors

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When the eruption of the Civil War and the rise of potential competitors cutting into Field’s political support made another cable-laying attempt impossible in 1861 and 1862, Field “became a traveling salesman,” Mr. Tabor reports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The industry is dominated by Chinese firms, which can make battery packs for much less money than American competitors.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Uber is the nation's most widely used rideshare app, significantly outperforming Lyft and other competitors.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

It’s a reputation that some competitors are eager to avoid, particularly when it comes to low-value purchases.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

So just before it was time to march out onto the floor with the other competitors, I was in the bathroom crying from sheer nerves and the fear that I was about to humiliate myself.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles