as in competing
having or marked by a strong desire to win or be better than others
I am admittedly competitive when it comes to board games.
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Recent Examples of competitive
The lobbyists work on quick responses to federal funding decisions or changes being made by the Trump administration, and Tai highlighted federal competitive grants that have been awarded to Metra.
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Sarah Freishtat, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
The company acknowledges various risks, including the need for substantial additional capital, potential regulatory hurdles, and the competitive landscape in the biopharmaceutical industry.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
The division has been one of the most competitive in the NFL over the past two decades and the Dallas Cowboys will hope to reverse their fortunes in 2025.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2025
Spain’s Competitive Edge in the Film Industry Spain’s appeal as a filming destination has grown significantly in recent years, driven by its diverse locations, skilled workforce and competitive tax incentives.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Freishtat, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
The company acknowledges various risks, including the need for substantial additional capital, potential regulatory hurdles, and the competitive landscape in the biopharmaceutical industry.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
The division has been one of the most competitive in the NFL over the past two decades and the Dallas Cowboys will hope to reverse their fortunes in 2025.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2025
Spain’s Competitive Edge in the Film Industry Spain’s appeal as a filming destination has grown significantly in recent years, driven by its diverse locations, skilled workforce and competitive tax incentives.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for competitive
Adjective
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Employees sometimes resent being affiliated with the larger department because of its sprawling, competing and sometimes politically charged activities.—
Frank J. Cilluffo,
The Conversation,
14 Jan. 2025
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Having an affordable and competing way to watch movies at home has changed some moviegoers’ habits.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Some brands are diligent about paying fairly and on time, while others entirely ghost after the work is done or almost offensive offer rates.—
Kristen Bousquet,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Some plants germinate readily outdoors, but still need protection from critters, and diligent attention to watering and weeding.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But thousands of women, children, and older people – many hungry and some shoeless – trailed behind the troops, doing their best to keep up.—
Barbara Spindel,
The Christian Science Monitor,
12 Mar. 2025
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In 1504, Christopher Columbus, on his fourth trans-Atlantic voyage, was stranded on the shores of Jamaica, with his ships crawling with marine worms and his crew hungry.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As Forbes previously reported, Flock has an aggressive expansion strategy, which has sometimes led it to risking breaches of the law.—
Thomas Brewster,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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In fact, aggressive stretching can increase instability, putting more strain on the joint that can lead to pain and injury.—
Dana Santas,
CNN,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Given his overt nationalism, undoubtedly Shah was extremely motivated to lift the standard of India women’s cricket with the national team never having won a World Cup in either the T20 or 50-over formats.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Opposition politicians criticized Netanyahu and suggested that Bar’s firing would be a politically motivated move.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN,
16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Impressions of the week: A very dynamic week with a lot of shows, presentations, trade shows and showrooms with worldwide talents, from ready-to-wear to accessories.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
12 Mar. 2025
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From the initial spark of motivation to the sustained excellence of high performance, positive reinforcement creates a pathway to success that is both dynamic and enduring.—
Rhett Power,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Competitive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competitive. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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