bid

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He has spoken openly about his decision to walk away from boxing in a bid to help other young people, particularly men, pursue fulfilment as opposed to money.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

In a bid to survive, theaters lowered ticket prices, introduced incentives like giveaways of dinnerware and began to sell concessions, which people previously bought from vendors or nearby sweet shops, Melnick said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

The good feelings have set off a boomlet of speculation that Rubio might mount another bid for president in 2028.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

As BOA chair he was part of London's successful bid for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and went on to serve as a director of the organising committee for the two events.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

I bid him good riddance before going to help Ma set the table.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye