contest

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Like special elections, midterm contests tend to turn out fewer but more engaged voters than presidential years.

From Salon

The Briton came into the contest after the first defeat of his 11-fight career against Charles Johnson in August, but took control in the early stages against Moreno.

From BBC

The pair dance together in a contest near the end of the video, with Reynolds appearing as one of the judges.

From BBC

In January 2026, the firms moved the Supreme Court to contest the fine.

From BBC

And don't forget by-elections are strange beasts, where smaller parties can concentrate time and resources in ways they simply can't do in a bigger contest.

From BBC