contend (with)

verb

Definition of contend (with)next
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)
  1. address
  2. oppose
  3. manage
  4. fight
  5. handle
  6. combat
  7. manipulate
  8. take
Verb
  • During the hearing, Megan addressed claims from Lanez’s attorneys that the restraining order violated his free speech rights.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Smartphones have played a significant role in drastically addressing this barrier.
    Glen Robinson, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of address
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  • The other side: Democratic leadership opposed the bill but did not formally whip against it, according to a notice sent out by House Minority Whip Katherine Clark's (D-Mass.) office.
    Andrew Solender, Axios, 7 Jan. 2025
  • In the 1920s, for instance, the United States opposed German and Japanese expansion but outsourced enforcement to treaties such as the Kellogg-Briand Pact, which outlawed war, and the League of Nations, which Washington then refused to join.
    Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of oppose
Verb
  • And yet, none of it has managed to solve the problem: Dinner exists, daunting and ominous.
    Rachel Sugar, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Trump’s unusually personal diplomacy managed to lower tensions on the Korean peninsula but brought no lasting deal to end Pyongyang’s nuclear programme.
    Alena Botros, Fortune Asia, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of manage
Verb
  • In addition to the Sunset Fire, crews are fighting to contain the rapidly spreading Palisades and Eaton fires, as well as the Hurst, Lidia and Woodley blazes.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Trump fought against their release until 2021, when the Supreme Court rejected his subsequent efforts to shield the financial records from prosecutors.
    Graham Kates, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of fight
Verb
  • Truly do hope Monty can come back in 2 weeks to handle some of the inside runs and screens.
    Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Additionally, if the raw beef has been handled incorrectly by the meat processor, bacteria from the cow's other body parts may contaminate the meat.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of handle
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  • Globally, congestion pricing aligns with broader efforts to combat climate change and achieve net-zero emissions.
    Regina Clewlow, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Having that clearer picture of the role genes play can also help researchers develop more effective drug treatments – which includes repurposing existing medications, such as those used to combat chronic pain and narcolepsy.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of combat
Verb
  • The raptors’ behavior underscores the complex relationship between fire and wildlife, revealing how some species adapt and even manipulate their surroundings to thrive.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
  • China can gather data on Americans or manipulate the content on TikTok to shape U.S. opinion, the government argues.
    Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of manipulate
Verb
  • Herzog’s version centers on Jonathan Harker (Bruno Ganz) venturing to the castle of Count Dracula (Kinski), who takes an interest in Harker’s wife, Lucy (Isabelle Adjani).
    Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Facebook, Instagram and YouTube Shorts have taken steps to mimic TikTok’s short-form video feed, but none have managed to grow into the dominant cultural engine that fuels memes and online trends.
    Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of take
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“Contend (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contend%20%28with%29. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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