- present participle of vie.
vying
Example Sentences
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At present, it is vying to acquire internet company Kakaku.com against LY Corp. and Bain Capital, with the competing offers valuing the company at over $4 billion.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
EasyJet is at the centre of a bidding war between two US private equity firms vying for ownership of the carrier that flies mainly across Europe.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
We discuss the likely contenders vying to succeed Sarwar as Scottish Labour leader.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
Vance, Douglas Burgum, Pam Bondi—who were then all vying for the vice presidency or the Cabinet.
From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026
“Anyway,” Chaol added, jerking his chin at Dorian, “I think you have far more attractive suitors vying for your attention. I’m boring company to keep.”
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
