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will contest

American  

noun

  1. legal proceedings to contest the authenticity or validity of a will.


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In Florida, a will contest typically must be filed within three months of receiving the notice of administration.

From MarketWatch Mar. 30, 2026

According to the country's electoral body more than 1,600 candidates will contest 390 local council seats in the southeastern Banadir region that takes in the capital.

From Barron's Dec. 25, 2025

The pair will contest a professional eight-round bout, using regulation 10oz gloves, at Miami's Kaseya Center.

From BBC Dec. 18, 2025

If that fails, it will contest the amount that it’s supposed to pay in subsequent proceedings.

From MarketWatch Oct. 27, 2025

I really don't believe that Miss Patty will contest the will, even if she doesn't just like it.

From Concerning Sally by Hopkins, William John

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