vied; vying ˈvī-iŋ How to pronounce vie (audio)

intransitive verb

: to strive for superiority : contend, compete

transitive verb

archaic : wager, hazard
also : to exchange in rivalry : match
vier noun

Examples of vie in a Sentence

They are vying to win the championship for the third year in a row. vied with his colleagues for the coveted promotion
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David Bucher, John Sandifer, and G. Pat Taylor, also vied for the position. Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2025 Cincinnati previously vied to host some of the 2026 matches with a bid that centered around Paycor Stadium (then called Paul Brown Stadium) but was ultimately knocked out of the running. Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025 Competition from recent college grads, adult workers With hiring slowing broadly, teens are vying for summer jobs with recent college graduates as well as older adults, Tremper and Modestino said. Paul Davidson, USA Today, 2 July 2025 Two Austin chefs recognized in Best Chef: Texas semifinalist list Three of Austin's celebrated chefs are vying for the prestigious Best Chef: Texas award. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for vie

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, short for envien, from Anglo-French envier to invite, call on, challenge, from Latin invitare to invite

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of vie was in the 15th century

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“Vie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vie. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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vie

verb
vied; vying ˈvī-iŋ How to pronounce vie (audio)
: to strive to win over another : contend
candidates vying with each other for the voter's support
vier noun

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