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vying

[vahy-ing] / ˈvaɪ ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

comparative

Synonyms

STRONGEST

provisional

STRONG

approaching contingent correlative equivalent like parallel relative

WEAK

allusive analogous by comparison comparable conditional connected contrastive corresponding in proportion matching metaphorical near not absolute not positive qualified related restricted rivaling similar with reservation

Antonyms

STRONG

different dissimilar separate unequal unlike

ADJECTIVE

competitive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aggressive ambitious competing cutthroat

WEAK

antagonistic at odds combative dog-eat-dog emulous killer killer instinct opposing rival streetwise

Antonyms

WEAK

noncompetitive unambitious

ADJECTIVE

rival

Synonyms

STRONGEST

competing

STRONG

battling combatant combating conflicting contending contesting cutthroat disputing emulating equal opposed striving

WEAK

competitive emulous

Antonyms

WEAK

assisting associate supporting

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Although I saw mostly Reform UK and Burnham signs and posters adorning the streets I walked, other parties are vying for votes as well.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Uncapped seamer Sonny Baker is also in the 12, possibly vying with Gus Atkinson for the final spot in the team.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The first round of voting on April 12 featured a record 35 candidates vying for the presidency, with Fujimori ultimately gaining 17.1 percent of the vote, while runner-up Pedro Sanchez captured 12 percent.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Now he’s vying to be the first homeless mayor of a city overwhelmed by vagrancy, disorder and crime.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The whole school felt like it'd crammed into the space, all vying for a malyysvit.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

vying

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