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competitiveness

American  
[kuhm-pet-i-tiv-nis] / kəmˈpɛt ɪ tɪv nɪs /

noun

  1. the tendency to perceive and approach activities in a competitive way.

  2. the quality of being useful or advantageous in competition with rivals.


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Hungary's Agriculture and Food Economy Ministry told AFP it seeks to strengthen producers' competitiveness, but it is yet to announce any new measures.

From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026

Consolidation is one of the few credible routes for players in the chemicals industry to boost their competitiveness and returns, Udeshi says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

This year, there is quite a swing in competitiveness for certain teams depending on circuit type.

From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026

Pedroza said that his quarterback’s competitiveness and work ethic were evident from the first freshman year practice.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

To boost his competitiveness Bobby spent hours after school at the Grand Army Plaza library reading almost every chess book on the shelves.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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