contended

Example Sentences

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But his opposition, he contended, made the final versions of the legislation better.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Far better, Huang contended, that “all the AI developers in the world are developing on the American tech stack.”

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

It may have been a good quarter, but the results carry less weight for Pfizer, Huynh contended.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

They also called for Lara’s resignation, claiming he was not enforcing the law, while he contended the market conduct exam needed to take its course.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Edmund’s father seized the king’s treasury, and the lords contended for control.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein