contend
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Union supporters contend that the thousands of workers — despite different titles and job areas — face similar dis-empowerment in their day-to-day jobs.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
In the early 2000s, Shamieh helped reinsurer Munich Re contend with a crippling ratings downgrade.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Consumers can expect to contend with higher pricing and limited supplies until late May.
From Salon • May 27, 2026
Investors will need to contend with these risks once they return from the Memorial Day weekend.
From MarketWatch • May 24, 2026
Now it was up to me to contend with whatever evil I had brought upon us.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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