compete

Example Sentences

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Because there is no running, jumping or lifting of heavy objects, everyone from young children to octogenarians can, and do, compete in amateur curling in Canada.

From Los Angeles Times

Agencies compete over pay and benefits for surrogates who meet standards for age and weight, and requirements to have had at least one prior uncomplicated pregnancy.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Since he got in the league, I feel like we’ve been competing with each other,” Young said.

From Los Angeles Times

Industrial buyers of the antimicrobial and highly conductive metal are competing with investors around the world, many of whom would have bought gold in the past but are now turning to a cheaper alternative.

From The Wall Street Journal

But those that remain spend their time competing for the scarce resources and trying to survive in the lower temperatures.

From BBC