contend
Example Sentences
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Federal officials contend that ICE agents act in self-defense during enforcement operations.
From Los Angeles Times
They contend that the president exceeded his authority in imposing the extra taxes, which are levied on goods coming into the country.
From BBC
The firm has been contending with drinkers switching to no or low-alcohol choices, as well as rising prices that have increased its costs and squeezed customer budgets.
From BBC
These claims were later withdrawn by the US government, which no longer contends he was a member of al-Qaeda.
From BBC
On the other side are people who are struggling to get hired as businesses contend with economic uncertainty.
From MarketWatch
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
