contest
Example Sentences
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The district is the poorest the city, and the council race is expected to be one of the most competitive city contests this June, with the current council member, Curren Price, terming out.
From Los Angeles Times
According to The New York Times, the 15-point US plan touches on Iran's contested nuclear and missile programs as well as "maritime routes".
From Barron's
The show plays a key role in supporting emerging artists and its contest has been described as a major career springboard.
From BBC
And an underdog who stayed in the contest in defiance of steep odds and, seemingly, common sense.
From Los Angeles Times
Twelve different political parties were on the ballot paper, and this tightly contested race has come right down to the wire.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
