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contention

[kuhn-ten-shuhn] / kənˈtɛn ʃən /




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Also in contention is Jennifer Kupcho, who shot a 66 on Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Two others are still in contention for the second slot: British-American former TV host Steve Hilton, a Republican, and billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, another Democrat.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The world’s No. 1 player is a major needle mover for women’s golf and is a significant source of ratings when she’s in contention.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Surrounded by a couple of top lieutenants, Kroenke watched in amazement as Bournemouth mathematically eliminated powerhouse Manchester City from contention.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

My suitcase was a bone of contention between Tessie and me.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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