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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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Some argue that latter case is already closed, given the competitiveness of Pogacar’s era and his range of successes in everything from grand tours to one-day flyers like Milan San Remo.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

The B. of A. economists also wrote of the United Arab Emirates’ competitiveness in the field, owing to its energy capabilities, advanced AI usage and state-led strategy.

From MarketWatch Jul. 9, 2026

Gauff’s world-class speed, elite counterpunching and relentless competitiveness always made it likely she would solve grass eventually.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

They are the backbone of modern economic competitiveness.

From Barron's Jun. 30, 2026

Like any other scientists, mathematicians are motivated by a complex of emotions including healthy doses of jealousy, arrogance, and competitiveness.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos

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