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contest

[kon-test, kuhn-test] / ˈkɒn tɛst, kənˈtɛst /






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As for the contest itself, it featured such legends as Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Al Simmons and Lefty Gomez for the Americans, who were managed by Connie Mack.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The contest will count as a defence of Usyk's WBA 'Super' title and he would also lose his IBF belt if defeated, although Verhoeven is not eligible to win either championship.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“For instance, in some jurisdictions, probate laws require that all beneficiaries be informed about estate proceedings and given a chance to contest decisions like the sale of a property,” the bank says.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Streeting did not mount an immediate challenge following his resignation, but has since said he will seek to enter any potential Labour leadership contest.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

On Friday, in lieu of homeroom, nearly twenty of us sixth graders gather in the library to admire the artwork that’s been submitted for the Anywhere in the Worlds contest.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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