Example Sentences

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China's largest EV manufacturer BYD has been vying with Tesla for the number-one spot.

From BBC • May 16, 2024

The network has been vying for one of the events since the campaign season began.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2023

And after that debacle, what are we supposed to make of the new-look 76ers, a team that has been vying for the top seed in the Eastern Conference?

From New York Times • Mar. 11, 2022

It is unclear why China, which has been vying with Vietnam for influence in Laos, could not offer terms acceptable to Vientiane.

From Reuters • Jun. 4, 2016

Since then, Haier has been vying for more U.S. retail partners, tapping major advertising agencies in an effort to become a household name.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2016