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compete

[kuhm-peet] / kəmˈpit /
VERB
go up against in contest
Synonyms
STRONGEST
battle challenge clash contend contest face fight play spar try vie wrestle
STRONG
attempt bandy bid collide emulate encounter essay fence grapple joust oppose rival strive struggle tilt tussle
WEAK
be in the running cope with go after go for go for broke go for the gold in the hunt jockey for position lock horns match strength match wits participate in pit oneself against run for scramble for seek prize take on take part
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agree give up make peace retreat surrender
STRONG
aid assist forget help let go release support yield

Example Sentences

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The team hopes their work encourages wider discussion among coaches and provides a stronger, evidence-based framework for helping Australian sprinters compete at the highest level.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

Since the ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes, the International Olympic Committee has created a pathway for individuals to compete as neutrals, provided they meet strict criteria.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

“The disconnect between demand and supply continues to pressurize the market as buyers compete for scarce listings,” Carlisle said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Acquiring Globalstar could give Amazon a helping hand as it seeks to compete with Starlink.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

She wants the teens at our mosque to compete against other youth groups in our region and be the smartest Muslims or something.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali