competitive

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The California Independent System Operator awarded that work to Chicago-based Viridon, which won out in a competitive bid against other companies including Pacific Gas & Electric.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Bell's role as a senior player has come to the fore since Christmas, despite England's lack of competitive matches since their 50-over World Cup campaign ended in the semi-finals in October in India.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Published in Current Biology, the research shows that planting seeds in organized fields created a highly competitive environment.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

This lack of competitive pressure from the public allows the downward trend to remain slow.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

It was not that they were not competitive; they were, compulsively so.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy