contending

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“XPS 13 arrives at its most accessible price ever, contending with the MacBook Neo on price, and exceeding it on features,” Dell said in a blog.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

At the same time, its auto segment is contending with an industry-wide slowdown in China, and its home-appliance business is facing weaker demand as the boost from government subsidies fades.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Perhaps trying to head off White House criticism, the University of Michigan on Friday issued an unusual press release contending its survey closely tracked the views of political independents.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

James might make a great addition to a championship contending team like the Cleveland Cavaliers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

But they were plainly so ill at ease in their new surroundings that Holly was already contending against his own belief that there was little to be hoped for from them.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams