1
as in competition
an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
the eternal contest between the forces of good and the forces of evil
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2
as in tournament
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
a contest for the gold medal in diving
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as in skirmish
a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups
what mighty contests have been waged on trivial matters
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as in to challenge
to demand proof of the truth or rightness of
vowed to contest the claim in court
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Recent Examples of contest
Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
The 6-foot-3, 185-pound shooting guard played in only seven games for the Terrapins last season, averaging 1.3 points in 5.3 minutes per contest.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 May 2025
Frank Fellone, Arkansas Online, 2 May 2025
In addition to those, there are numerous individual lawsuits contesting various actions by the administration.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The event also includes a stein-holding contest, lawn games and a children’s area.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
The 6-foot-3, 185-pound shooting guard played in only seven games for the Terrapins last season, averaging 1.3 points in 5.3 minutes per contest.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 May 2025
Verb
That way a police officer can choose to write a ticket, the violator can contest the ticket, and a traffic judge can make a ruling that sets a precedent for others to follow.
—Frank Fellone, Arkansas Online, 2 May 2025
In addition to those, there are numerous individual lawsuits contesting various actions by the administration.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contest
Noun
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The event is the world's biggest music competition, watched by more than 160 million people across the world.—
John Revill,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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With only five returning players, even Clark said Indiana needed competition to learn more about areas of improvement.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
Noun
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Calling Sturgis the tournament’s first American is a bit of an understatement, actually.—
Pablo Maurer,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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Not bad for a guy who spent much of this week as the tournament’s first alternate — waiting, hoping, for someone to pull out.—
Jordan Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
16 May 2025
Noun
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But the pause comes amid a backdrop of daily skirmishes, largely by drone warfare.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Not about the economic turmoil from tariffs, any one of the skirmishes playing out abroad, or a surprise shake-up in his White House staff.—
Will Gottsegen,
The Atlantic,
9 May 2025
Verb
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Village women are challenging that outlook by incorporating the bird into traditional songs and handcrafts.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
20 May 2025
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Ritchie's attorneys are challenging that decision in federal court and have also filed a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 May 2025
Noun
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At times, the rivalry between the players has become the biggest topic of discussion in sports and eclipsed the athletic world, raising issues of race and gender equality.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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This is a space that is ripe for standardization, the entry of new players in the market, and more vendor rivalries and drama.—
John Burek,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Religion notes are open to any group wanting to publicize a special event.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
10 May 2025
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The week had included finals, pre-graduation events and students moving out of the dorms.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
Noun
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As a 60-person battle royale, matches can be extremely long and, in tournament play, repeat over and over for hours until a winning team can be crowned.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
20 May 2025
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It’s been a tough week for lovers of battle royale games on mobile.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Some justices question why Trump admin did not seek direct ruling on birthright citizenship Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan asked why the Trump administration on Thursday sought to block nationwide injunctions rather than resolve whether a birthright citizenship order is constitutional.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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The Reddit community was quick to side with the bride, and questioned why this woman was still allowed to be a bridesmaid for this wedding at all.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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“Contest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contest. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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