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contest

[kon-test, kuhn-test] / ˈkɒn tɛst, kənˈtɛst /






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The Democrat will face GOP incumbent Susan Collins this fall in a crucial Senate contest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The contest between PSG, who won the Champions League last term and Aston Villa, who triumphed in the Europa League, is scheduled to take place on 12 August in Salzburg.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Forty-eight teams will contest the tournament, which will be played out in 104 matches across three countries over 39 days, including the co-hosts - Canada, Mexico and the United States - plus holders Argentina.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The contest offers voters two starkly different politicians.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"Forget it. Just be glad he isn't judging the art contest."

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville




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