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compete

[kuhm-peet] / kəmˈpit /


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“It’s one way to compete at an IP level.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

T-Mobile aims to buy fiber-internet operators in the U.S. to compete with AT&T and Verizon and offer bundled wireless and home internet to more customers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

However, the runner-based lifestyle of many Ediacaran organisms reduced the need to compete.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

After appearing to end her glittering career four years ago, the 23-time Grand Slam champion stunned the sporting world on Monday with her shock announcement that she would compete in the Queen's Club doubles.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Its dim Violet glow couldn't compete with the bright blaze across the river.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat




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