1
as in to address
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
a multitude of problems to contend with as soon as he returned to the office
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2
as in to oppose
to strive to reduce or eliminate
medical missionaries who daily contend with disease and poverty
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contend (with)
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Companies are increasingly facing the real costs of climate change—from facilities hit by extreme weather to supply chain disruptions—which will need to be addressed.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
4 Apr. 2025 -
Another installation titled ‘Rings of Collaboration’ addresses the need for inclusive design and solutions that respond to the needs of those with disabilities.—
Roddy Clarke,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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In special House elections during Trump era, fortune rarely favors opposing party In: Adam Schiff Politics Washington D.C.—
Scott MacFarlane,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Evers, notably, also opposed the change in standards, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.—
Caroline Vakil,
The Hill,
1 Apr. 2025
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Advice for other state leaders on managing this moment in the energy revolution?—
Joan Michelson,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Scott Buchanan is the executive director of the Student Loan Servicing Alliance, which represents the companies that manage student loans for the federal government.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
31 Mar. 2025
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In 2017, the administration fought hard and communicated clearly.—
Steve Forbes,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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While there is no vaccine to prevent the common cold nor a specific medicine to cure it, there are ways to manage your symptoms while your body fights the illness.—
Lauren Schlanger,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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There were other notable AI appearances at SXSW including Rivian, which is on the road to Level 3 autonomy and had a thrilling Electric Joyride where passengers could experience how well the electric car handles tricky terrain and steep curves.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Sheriff Jim Cooper has said the change to responding to mental health calls came in response to legal concerns and because deputies are not adequately trained to handle such crises.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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To address this, companies should foster cross-functional collaboration and knowledge-sharing, ensuring that both teams work together to combat climate corruption.—
Oludolapo Makinde,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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This lip mask is super hydrating — key to combat dry airplane cabin air — and luxurious feeling.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Decades earlier, Loftus had demonstrated that people’s memories of visual details could be manipulated by posing questions that contained misinformation.—
Bernice Andrews,
Scientific American,
8 Apr. 2025
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While Ticketmaster denies using surge pricing or dynamic algorithms to manipulate prices, fans like Jessica Chou question if their early participation in presales might be contributing to higher initial costs.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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People with diabetes who are using insulin, taking medication that lowers blood glucose, or are at risk of ketoacidosis should proceed with caution and be supervised by a healthcare professional.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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Ariana Grande's Glinda blonde has been a permanent fixture since filming Wicked, but the pop star took a brief break from the shade with her latest project.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Contend (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contend%20%28with%29. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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