contending

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Khan says that the auto dealership group is contending with a weak retail environment, expensive vehicles and consumers who are pulling back, especially on big ticket items.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The white-robed pilgrims have been contending with searing desert heat as they perform the days-long, mostly outdoor rituals, with temperatures reaching 44C in Mecca and Mina on Wednesday.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Perhaps trying to head off White House criticism, the University of Michigan on Friday issued an unusual press release contending its survey closely tracked the views of political independents.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

James might make a great addition to a championship contending team like the Cleveland Cavaliers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

It took them two hours to reach the monkey house, contending the whole way with ill- tempered commuters.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston