have contended
- present perfect of contend.
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
Shi’s lawyers have contended that their client was suffering from a schizoaffective disorder and post traumatic stress brought on by the divorce paperwork.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 14, 2024
Many have contended that more wool can be obtained from a wrinkled skin; and this view of the case has led both the Spanish and French breeders to cultivate them largely—the latter, to a monstrosity.
From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Jennings, Robert
