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Contend

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Definition (v.) to engage in a struggle or competition; to assert oneself in opposition

Translations

Read the translations of the word "contend" in different languages. Find your native language here.
cn
抗衡
en
contend
es
contender
fr
combattre
de
kämpfen
ar
يناقش
hi
संघर्ष करना
pt
competir
ru
спорить
ja
争う

Examples

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I will contend for the championship.
She had to contend with her fear of heights.
The politician had to contend with the opposition's accusations.

Story

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Once upon a time, there was a curious cat named Bernie. Bernie loved to explore the world around him, always seeking new adventures. One day, Bernie came across a field of flowers. As he was wandering through the field, he noticed something moving in the distance. It was a bird, flitting about from flower to flower. Bernie couldn't help but be intrigued. He wanted to get closer to the bird and see what it was doing. However, the bird seemed to be keeping its distance, flitting away every time Bernie got too close. Bernie was determined to get closer, even if it meant a bit of a challenge. He began to slowly creep up on the bird, using his stealth and agility to get closer without being noticed. As he got closer, he realized that the bird was not just any bird, but a rare and exotic species that he had never seen before. Bernie was thrilled by the discovery and wanted to learn more. He continued to follow the bird, studying its movements and behavior. He was determined to contend with any obstacle that stood in his way, so that he could learn all he could about this fascinating creature. As Bernie continued to follow the bird, he realized that his curiosity and determination had led him on an incredible adventure. He felt proud of himself for contending with the challenges that had come his way, and knew that he had learned something new and valuable.