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However, he picked up three birdies in his next four holes - sinking long putts on the second and fifth - to surge back into contention.

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Irish language was a major bone of contention for years between Sinn Féin and the DUP and this upcoming court battle has reignited the tensions that had mostly cooled down.

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Yet the Rockies, who were eliminated from playoff contention long ago, just may factor in who wins the National League West.

Root maintained his effortless rhythm and England hauled themselves into contention.

From BBC

Antony is so far out of contention at United that there will surely be further negotiations, while others in the so-called 'Bomb Squad' must resolve their futures.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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