Example Sentences

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Thinking Machines has been competing fiercely for AI researcher talent as the valuations in its industry have skyrocketed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

Uber has been competing with smaller rival Lyft Inc. to offer different flavors of its rideshare product to win over customers with assorted needs and budgets.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2025

Choong, who has a Chinese-Malaysian background, has been competing internationally since 2008 and made her World Championship debut in 2013, winning gold in the women’s singles and mixed doubles.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2024

Saints undrafted rookie kicker Blake Grupe, who has been competing for a job with incumbent Wil Lutz, hit field goals from 38 and 50 yards before missing from 60.

From Washington Times • Aug. 28, 2023

Thorne, who signed with Auburn in May, has been competing with returning starter Robby Ashford and redshirt freshman Holden Geriner.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 17, 2023