contest for

Frequency: 8.019.0 per million words

competing to win a specific prize, title, or position

contestPREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • The contest for the leadership of the party was closely watched by the media.
  • Several candidates have officially entered the contest for the presidential nomination.
  • The two tech giants are locked in a fierce contest for market dominance.
  • This weekend's final match is the ultimate contest for the championship trophy.
  • The death of the king initiated a bitter contest for the throne among his sons.
  • There is an ongoing contest for the hearts and minds of young voters.
  • The intense contest for the CEO position involved several internal candidates.
  • The upcoming election will be a tight contest for the vacant senate seat.
  • The annual contest for the prestigious literary prize attracts authors from around the world.
  • She is preparing for the national contest for the title of 'Chef of the Year'.