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as in to argue
to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration
contended that the senator's considerable experience made him the best candidate
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as in to insist
to state as a fact usually forcefully
contended that his opponent was wrong about practically everything
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Recent Examples of contend
Even with Minneapolis officials' promises to remake the police department, some activists contend the progress has come at a glacial pace.
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Arkansas Online, 26 May 2025
Even with Minneapolis officials’ promises to remake the Police Department, some activists contend that the progress has come at a glacial pace.
—Mark Vancleave, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2025
In Piranha Plant Nap Mishap there are multiple alarm clocks with which to contend.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 May 2025
The Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde Saturday after the team’s slow start to the 2025 season after contending for the American League East title last season.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2025
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Arkansas Online, 26 May 2025
Even with Minneapolis officials’ promises to remake the Police Department, some activists contend that the progress has come at a glacial pace.
—Mark Vancleave, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2025
In Piranha Plant Nap Mishap there are multiple alarm clocks with which to contend.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 May 2025
The Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde Saturday after the team’s slow start to the 2025 season after contending for the American League East title last season.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contend
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Tha Carter revealed a new artist—one who could make hits and compete lyrically with not just his labelmates, but hip-hop’s elite, like his idol Jay-Z. C1 has been largely eclipsed in the public imagination by its Carter successors, but remains the most upbeat and bouncy of the series.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
6 June 2025
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Location of the 32 clubs competing in the 2025 Club World Cup and the 20 countries represented at the tournament Showing a low-resolution version of the map.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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The Entertainment Union Coalition argues that the bill will also help retain the existing workforce, which otherwise would continue to erode.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
3 June 2025
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Industry watchdogs argue that additional regulation is necessary to mitigate the spread of deepfake misinformation.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
3 June 2025
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Her father’s second-in-command, the handsome Jack Dean, insists family members play fair in obeying their father’s will.—
Lorraine Berry,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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The administration can also insist that other countries pay prices commensurate with the value of new medicines as a condition of striking trade agreements with the United States.—
Sally Pipes,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Hyland reasoned that the khipu’s last few cords probably were a signature.—
Sam Kean,
The Atlantic,
26 May 2025
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The vast majority of fully orange cats are male, which led scientists to reason decades ago that the genetic code for orange color is carried on the X chromosome.—
Amanda Schupak,
CNN Money,
23 May 2025
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The gun malfunctioned when Huff pulled the trigger, Assistant District Attorney Rob Moran alleged in court on Tuesday, ultimately saving O'Donnell's life.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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The girl’s family alleged the incident was a hate crime.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2025
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The rapper has pleaded not guilty to all five counts against him.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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Read has pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree murder, vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and leaving the scene of a collision resulting in death.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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President Donald Trump has audaciously claimed virtually unlimited power to bypass Congress and impose sweeping taxes on foreign products.—
Paul Wiseman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2025
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The drone's electric propulsion is also substantially quieter than typical drones, registering as nearly silent at 100 meters, a performance detail that impressed demo audiences and makes the aircraft ideal for urban operations, the company claims.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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The Cubs assert the team holds an undisputed property right to Cubs games and there is no public right to watch a Cubs game in person or by broadcast.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
27 May 2025
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The plaintiffs also assert that Mr. Trump did not have the authority to stop federal funding for NPR and PBS, and his order should be invalidated as unconstitutional.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
27 May 2025
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“Contend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contend. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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