contend

US /kənˈtend/
UK /kənˈtend/
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1.

與...作鬥爭, 處理

struggle to surmount (a difficulty or danger)

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She had to contend with a serious illness.
她不得不與重病作鬥爭。
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The team had to contend with strong winds during the race.
在比賽中，隊伍不得不與強風搏鬥。
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2.

主張, 爭辯

assert something as a position in an argument

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He contends that the new policy is unfair.
他主張新政策不公平。
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The lawyer will contend that his client is innocent.
律師將主張他的委託人是無辜的。
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3.

爭奪, 競爭

compete in order to win something

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Three teams are contending for the championship.
三支隊伍正在爭奪冠軍。
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Athletes from various countries will contend for medals.
來自不同國家的運動員將爭奪獎牌。
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