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contest

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






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Any challenger wanting to trigger a leadership contest must be an MP and have the backing of 81 Labour MPs.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The law lets defendants pay a penalty and then contest the FCC’s findings in federal appellate court or, alternatively, wait for the Justice Department to enforce the penalty and challenge it in federal court.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Andy Burnham said he would seek to enter any potential Labour leadership contest should he win the Makerfield by-election on 18 June.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

In the days before the primary election, the race solidified into a three-way contest involving Becerra, Steyer and Hilton.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

“Let me get this right: You got kicked out of the contest and instead of going home like a normal person, you sit on a merry-go-round in the pouring rain?”

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn




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