vying

Example Sentences

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There are more than 100 nameplate brands vying for market share.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

In general, turnout in L.A. tends to be fairly low in primary elections, especially in Latino communities, Barreto said, so candidates vying for their vote need sustained outreach in Latino neighborhoods.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Her departure leaves two candidates vying for the party’s endorsement this weekend, and for the nomination in the Aug. 11 primary.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Over the years, a crop of so-called thematic ETFs, which offer investors exposure to popular themes like AI or space, have been vying for investors’ dollars.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

As Prim tucks me into bed, he hops up on my pillow, vying for her attention.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins