Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

contention

[kuhn-ten-shuhn] / kənˈtɛn ʃən /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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

From Los Angeles Times • 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

Neil's Millwall were in promotion contention all season, but narrowly missed out after finishing third in the league and losing to Hull in the play-off semi-finals.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

One month later, it wouldn’t be the Tkatchev that would put me out of contention for the USA women’s junior team by just one spot—it would be that dang Amanar.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles




Vocabulary lists containing contention


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "contention" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com