contend
verb (used without object)
to struggle in opposition.
have contended
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present perfectof contend.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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The only way he might have contended for first, he said, was “if Pogacar doesn’t start the race.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
This year has been a difficult one for builders, who have contended with tepid demand, more competition from homeowners listing their properties, and investor fears of higher costs due to tariffs.
From Barron's ● Oct. 27, 2025
Among the other natural disasters with which US disaster officials have contended this year were rampant wildfires in Los Angeles.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2025
Disney executives have contended that the streets they are requesting to take over are already used mostly by visitors making their way to the park.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2024
But lived there the mortal who could have contended successfully with such a jovial and active and indefatigable assailant?
From Carnival by Compton MacKenzie
