contended

[US]/kənˈtɛndɪd/
[UK]/kənˈtɛndəd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.the past tense and past participle of contend; to compete or vie for something; to struggle or fight

Phrases & Collocations

contended that

contended for

contended against

contended with

contended over

contended position

contended issue

contended claim

contended matter

contended space

Example Sentences

she contended that the new policy would benefit everyone.

the lawyer contended his client's innocence in court.

they contended for their rights during the protest.

he contended with several challenges while starting his business.

the scientists contended that their findings were groundbreaking.

she contended that she was the best candidate for the job.

the team contended fiercely for the championship title.

he contended with his feelings before making a decision.

they contended that the evidence was not sufficient for a conviction.

she contended for a more equitable distribution of resources.

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