contention
Example Sentences
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Olise, whose unconventional journey to Ballon d'Or contention has taken him via Reading and Crystal Palace, has 16 goals in all competitions.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Both are still ironing out the details of the agreement, with improved access to the European market for Australia's lamb and beef a key source of contention.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
During their spell as owners, the Red Dragons have risen from the National League to Championship play-off contention thanks to three successive promotions.
From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026
Indeed, the price of a rescheduled summit has become a central point of contention.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026
These clothes, like other things about the baby, became a point of contention.
From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
