vying

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“Daniels are creators who have evolved their craft with a distinct vision and singular voice that is unmistakable across the spectrum of content vying for viewers’ attention,” Langley said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

At UF, at least six conservative student groups are vying for members.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

We saw some of the tightest security in recent years and witnessed the frenzied panic after one Oscar award became two when those vying for best short action film was announced as a historic tie.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Instead this is best seen in the escalating rivalry between Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, both of whom appear to already be vying for the Republican nomination in 2028.

From Salon • Mar. 16, 2026

These four sons had been vying for supremacy since the beginning of time; the history of the universe was mainly a record of their endless struggle.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann