contend

US /kənˈtend/
UK /kənˈtend/
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1.

struggle to surmount (a difficulty or danger)

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She had to contend with a serious illness.
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The team had to contend with strong winds during the race.
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cope withgrapple withdeal withstruggle withbattle with
2.

assert something as a position in an argument

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He contends that the new policy is unfair.
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The lawyer will contend that his client is innocent.
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assertmaintainholdclaimargue
3.

compete in order to win something

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Three teams are contending for the championship.
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Athletes from various countries will contend for medals.
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competeviechallengestrive
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contender