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as in argues
to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration
contended that the senator's considerable experience made him the best candidate
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as in alleges
to state as a fact usually forcefully
contended that his opponent was wrong about practically everything
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Recent Examples of contends
By voluntarily agreeing to the MOU, the company actually sought to kill attempts at passing right-to-repair laws, Warren contends.
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Justine Calma, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024
The complaint contends the provision ought not to apply to antitrust claims.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Justine Calma, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024
The complaint contends the provision ought not to apply to antitrust claims.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2019
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By embracing a holistic approach to climate security — one that includes resilience, mitigation, and international collaboration — Goodman argues that the military can help build a more secure, sustainable and, hopefully, peaceful future for us all.Joan Michelson, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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However, the company has long operated in the high-end retail market and argues that going the discount route would dilute its offerings.Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 18 Oct. 2024
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The lawsuit also alleges Suncor continued to release sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide into the surrounding neighborhood after Williams died.Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Said initially refused to comply with law enforcement agents after he was arrested Friday but later detailed his support for the terrorist group, the detention memo alleges.Tom Winter, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Drummond’s petition asserts that the appeals court’s decision conflicts with rulings from other circuits, urging the Supreme Court to resolve the dispute.Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Oct. 2024
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The almanac asserts heavy snowstorms will hit central and southern Appalachia, the Rockies and portions of the western Ohio Valley.John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 11 Oct. 2024
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The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power insists there are no lead pipelines requiring replacement within its nearly 745,000 connections.Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2024
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Crowley insists that Garfield's cameo is very hard to spot, given that Almut runs past other custodians on her route.Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Contends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contends. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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