contend
verb (used without object)
to struggle in opposition.
will contend
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future tenseof contend.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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Companies will have to address in their proposals how they will contend with energy costs and workforce needs; they can send American workers overseas or hire locally, Helberg said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026
In February, both Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera will contend for their first Grammy Award in the música mexicana album category, for their joint 2024 EP, “Mala Mía.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2026
Pep Guardiola is confident Manchester City will contend for the Premier League title if Rodri can rediscover his best form after returning from injury.
From Barron's ● Oct. 31, 2025
Paolini's compatriot Jannik Sinner will contend a blockbuster men's singles final against rival Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday.
From BBC ● May 17, 2025
The State will contend that one of those men was Richard "Bobo" Evans.
From "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers
