contests
Example Sentences
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California still has no clear winner in some of its biggest races—including its contests for the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
These are usually popularity contests, and those whose photographs are included have paid for that distinction.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
Experts who spoke to The Times say results from some of the most publicized and close contests will probably not be clear Tuesday night, though many races could be called by then.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Prenga's previous three contests have all ended in first-round stoppages, but he has never faced anyone close to Joshua's calibre and remains largely unknown, even among boxing's most avid followers.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
I bet they make up new contests just so the Hubbards can win them.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
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