contest against
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competing with a specific opponent
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- He won his opening contest against Costa of Argentina.
- The team prepared thoroughly for their contest against the defending champions.
- She felt confident about her contest against the experienced opponent.
- The boxing contest against the heavyweight champion was brutal.
- Their legal contest against the corporation lasted three years.
- The political contest against the incumbent was closely watched.
- Each athlete must prove themselves in the contest against international competitors.
- The chess master's final contest against his rival was legendary.
- They launched an aggressive contest against the market leader.
- The singing competition featured a thrilling contest against last year's winner.