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

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

But for those familiar with the nation’s immigration system, a key question about mass deportations is how the administration will contend with the need to hold hearings for individuals apprehended within the U.S.

From Slate • Dec. 3, 2024

The State will contend that one of those men was Richard "Bobo" Evans.

From "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers