contesting

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This might help to prevent distant biological relatives from contesting the wishes of the deceased, said Avi Kestenbaum, a partner at Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

As a lawyer, he says he has represented tenants in disputes with landlords, including contesting evictions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Pied Piper has serious question marks about his ability over this distance, as he spent the early part of his career contesting top two-mile hurdle races.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The former minister, who served in several roles including foreign minister, has been embroiled in a long-running legal battle contesting the auction and takeover of his properties in Nairobi over an unsettled bank loan.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

We began a long and detailed argument contesting the indictment itself.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela