contend
verb (used without object)
to struggle in opposition.
has contended
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present perfectof contend (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Taco Bell, the fourth-largest U.S. fast-food chain by sales, has contended with its own episodes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
The defendant has contended he did not realise that he had run over anyone -- a claim that another prosecutor, Marco Reinl, called utterly implausible.
From Barron's ● Jun. 4, 2026
Kennedy has contended he is not “anti-vaccine,” but his organization, the Children’s Health Defense, has questioned their safety.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2024
In court filings, Tufts has contended it was within its rights to reduce the salaries.
From Science Magazine ● Apr. 10, 2024
I had rather see my people render back this question rightly solved than to see them gather all the spoils over which faction has contended since Catiline conspired and Cæsar fought.
From Modern Eloquence: Vol II, After-Dinner Speeches E-O by Thomas B. (Thomas Brackett) Reed
