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contend

[kuhn-tend] / kənˈtɛnd /




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Yet many economists contend the core rate of inflation is likely to begin to ease after March or April and start tracking toward 2.5%.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

The Sparks are pushing to contend for a playoff spot this season after bringing back veteran forward Nneka Ogwumike and guards Ariel Atkins and Wheeler to build one of their deepest rosters in years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Arsenal have a Champions League tie to contend with on Wednesday, but City's attention will now fully turn to next Sunday's meeting against Mikel Arteta's side with the tantalising prospect of further reducing the deficit.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Aside from watching for Iran-related headlines, Wall Street has to contend with the start of first-quarter earnings seasons, which is dominated by financial companies.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

I was accustomed at this point to fighting off negative thoughts, sticking to the good until I was absolutely forced to contend with something unpleasant.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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