contesting

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Kenyon is one of fourteen candidates contesting the by-election on 18 June.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

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

There are no fewer than 15 parties standing here, among 29 which are contesting regional lists across the country.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The next hearing in the civil lawsuit Nacua is contesting is scheduled on Aug. 3.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Gray urged all three to consider the hazards of contesting the charges in court.

From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose