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In Contention Crossword Clue

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99%5Exact Match!
verb

• compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others

95%9Exact Match!
adjective

• disputed or made the object of contention or competition

95%13Exact Match!
verb

• constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to

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