contesting

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Contesting from Nandigram, Adhikari defeated Banerjee in one of the most closely watched races.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Contesting the use of military force by the U.S. and other powers such as Russia is proving even more difficult for the Vatican, one of the world’s tiniest states.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Contesting the will was going to be difficult because my wealthier siblings were okay with it.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

"Contesting against a major figure signals that I am not taking the easy way out," Shah, who has cast himself as a representation of youth-driven political change, told AFP.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Here is the complete record of the April campaign, showing the pitchers of each side and the total score of each contest of the month: —————————————————————————————————————- Date Contesting Clubs.

From Spalding's Baseball Guide and Official League Book for 1895 by Chadwick, Henry