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compete

[kuhm-peet] / kəmˈpit /


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Jackson Olson made no secret of his desire to compete on “Dancing with the Stars.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

A privatized, market-driven airport system would encourage existing airports to compete for more airline service and would lead to new private commercial airports.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Fifteen more acts compete in Thursday's second semi, with 10 going through.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Questions still swirled around whether GameStop could afford to buy eBay and compete with Amazon.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Open Championship in Oklahoma City, the youngest player, at thirteen, ever to compete in the event.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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