contends

[kuhn-tendz]

verb

1. third person singular present indicative of contend.

Word History and Origins

Origin of contends¹

contend ( def. ) + -s ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

Since most people use the navigation system on their devices through Apple CarPlay anyway, Karma contends, an onboard system would be redundant.

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Israel has rejected the claim as “distorted and false,” and contends the Hamas-led Oct.

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The author contends that the emphasis on cruelty is counterproductive, noting that immigration enforcement didn’t face the same public opposition during previous administrations, including under Barack Obama despite high deportation rates.

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Starbucks contends that the union is to blame for stalled contract talks by walking away from negotiations last winter.

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Washington contends the actions are part of a US anti-drug operation off the coast of Venezuela, whose president Washington accuses of running a cartel.

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