contend
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As if the task was not challenging enough, authorities must now contend with mounting concerns over the outbreak of Ebola, centred on the Democratic Republic of Congo.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Pidgeon: That was always something to contend with or accept, really, at a certain point.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Consumers can expect to contend with higher pricing and limited supplies until late May.
From Salon • May 27, 2026
Ocean carriers must also contend with rocket and drone attacks as well as navigation risks from poorly maintained shadow-fleet tankers that try to hide their locations and identities.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
“Even if we get the gate open, we still have to contend with the gate itself,” he said.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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