contention

Example Sentences

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Klopp is currently working as the head of global soccer for Red Bull but despite his long-term contract there, reports in Germany suggest he could be in contention.

From BBC

"I spoke to the players the other day about that. I said everyone in this room is in contention of playing at a World Cup. It doesn't matter if you're 18 or 35."

From BBC

Both Canadian and Chinese negotiators have made a concerted effort to address points of trade contention, the officials said, and Carney’s trip represents an effort to accelerate progress.

From The Wall Street Journal

There was a theory Fletcher might put himself into contention with positive results against Burnley and Brighton.

From BBC

Since then, though, only Hearts have beaten them in the Premiership, with the Glasgow side's under-the-radar run propelling them into title contention with almost half of the campaign to unfold.

From BBC