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contest

[kon-test, kuhn-test] / ˈkɒn tɛst, kənˈtɛst /






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In its lawsuit, Posillico made explicit that it did not contest the use of waivers to expedite construction of the wall.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

The Bruins could not tack on another run, and the contest moved to extra innings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

With Russell out, that paved the way for Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen to contest second place - and Hamilton overtook his old rival in the closing stages to snatch it.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

Roy said the biggest challenge may be convincing Angelenos to cast a vote at all in what has historically been a low-turnout, down-ballot contest.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

They pause to let this idea sink in and then they move into naming the contest winners.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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