vied

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The race seems somewhat reminiscent of the 2003 recall election when 135 candidates vied to replace then-Gov.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The PR consultant vied for the job of White House spokesperson for Trump's second term, but the president ultimately picked long-time loyalist Karoline Leavitt.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

With energy-hungry projects requiring huge workforces and sprawling supply chains, companies including SLB, Baker Hughes and even major oil companies have vied to capture more of Silicon Valley’s spending spree.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Many clients who spoke to The Times said that among the partners, Yaghoubtil in particular vied hard to get their business.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

During her stay two young men vied for her attentions, each ignorant of the other’s interest.

From "The Voice That Challenged a Nation: Marian Anderson and the Struggle for Equal Rights" by Russell Freedman