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

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.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

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.

From BBC

“Black people are more skilled at crossing that divide simply because we live and wholly function in a white world,” contends Hoffman, the author of “Late Rehearsals,” a story collection out this fall.

From Los Angeles Times

City workers claimed Ray was interfering with their operations and in a “work zone,” but the suit contends other members of the public were able to walk through the area and he created no disruption.

From Los Angeles Times

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