contended

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If healthcare utilization trends continue to moderate, UnitedHealth—which serves as a bellwether for the industry—should lead a broader rally in shares of managed-care organizations, BofA contended.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

But organizers contended that a union would give them the legal right to a seat at the table in decisions about their jobs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Chief Executive Patrice Louvet said the company’s latest fiscal-year results were boosted by balanced contributions across its lifestyle categories, geographies and channels as it contended with a dynamic operating environment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

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

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Some people contended that the reason Made-moiselle Reisz always chose apartments up under the roof was to discourage the approach of beggars, peddlars and callers.

From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin