as in competitive
having or marked by a strong desire to win or be better than others
The competing salespeople were all trying to lure the same customers.
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as in contending
to engage in a contest
prizefighters competing for the world heavyweight championship
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Recent Examples of competing
Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 24 July 2025
Though talks are scheduled, mutual distrust and competing demands continue to cloud the path to any lasting agreement.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
However, competing service providers like AT&T fiber internet often offer faster speeds, unlimited data, fewer fees and longer price guarantees for just a bit more per month.
—Kara McGinley, USA Today, 4 July 2025
Since launching strikes on three nuclear facilities in Iran on Saturday, competing reports have emerged on how significant the damage is.
—Miriam Waldvogel, The Hill, 27 June 2025
Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent—teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
Bloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty Images/Bloomberg During a combative House committee hearing on immigration policy Thursday, Republicans and Democrats offered competing portraits of a United States under siege.
—Brian Mann, NPR, 12 June 2025
Sports are not just about competing but also relations.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Leaders from both nations face mounting public pressure to show strength and seek revenge, and the heated rhetoric and competing claims could be a response to that pressure.
—Sheikh Saaliq, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2025
Mike Dojc, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Carey Hart, who has been competing in motocross for years, embraced the opportunity to push himself physically after having to take a step back recently.
—Elizabeth Stanton, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
The need to innovate quickly, for instance, often puts departments under immense pressure, leading to competing priorities.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Consultants are often juggling competing demands, and a bit of patience goes a long way.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The instant gratification of holes going by quickly and competing for a point is fun.
—Brody Miller and Hugh Kellenberger, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The character wrestles with the competing pressures of war and romance, but this warrior-lover didn’t project any doubts at all; killing and dying seemed much to his taste.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Guys were out there competing their a-- off, trying to get a win.
—Ryan Canfield, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
Guys were out there competing their ass off trying to get a win.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent — teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 24 July 2025
Though talks are scheduled, mutual distrust and competing demands continue to cloud the path to any lasting agreement.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
However, competing service providers like AT&T fiber internet often offer faster speeds, unlimited data, fewer fees and longer price guarantees for just a bit more per month.
—Kara McGinley, USA Today, 4 July 2025
Since launching strikes on three nuclear facilities in Iran on Saturday, competing reports have emerged on how significant the damage is.
—Miriam Waldvogel, The Hill, 27 June 2025
Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent—teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
Bloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty Images/Bloomberg During a combative House committee hearing on immigration policy Thursday, Republicans and Democrats offered competing portraits of a United States under siege.
—Brian Mann, NPR, 12 June 2025
Sports are not just about competing but also relations.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Leaders from both nations face mounting public pressure to show strength and seek revenge, and the heated rhetoric and competing claims could be a response to that pressure.
—Sheikh Saaliq, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2025
Verb
Field size will expand a touch with over 20 creators competing in the events that will be enhanced by live ShotLink powered by CDW scoring/data, Trackman shot tracing and the same onscreen graphics pro game watchers have come to expect.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Carey Hart, who has been competing in motocross for years, embraced the opportunity to push himself physically after having to take a step back recently.
—Elizabeth Stanton, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
The need to innovate quickly, for instance, often puts departments under immense pressure, leading to competing priorities.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Consultants are often juggling competing demands, and a bit of patience goes a long way.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The instant gratification of holes going by quickly and competing for a point is fun.
—Brody Miller and Hugh Kellenberger, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The character wrestles with the competing pressures of war and romance, but this warrior-lover didn’t project any doubts at all; killing and dying seemed much to his taste.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Guys were out there competing their a-- off, trying to get a win.
—Ryan Canfield, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
Guys were out there competing their ass off trying to get a win.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for competing
Adjective
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There are many factors to explain why two particular teams unite on the dance floor, from executive friendships to teams’ competitive cycles.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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Hyundai Motor Company produces several competitive models like the Tucson small SUV, Ioniq 5 electric small SUV and Elantra small car.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
30 July 2025
Verb
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The path is similar this time around, and Tampa Bay is coming off a resounding 40-17 victory over the playoff-contending Los Angeles Chargers.—
Associated Pess,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Dec. 2024
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Against this backdrop, the remainder of López's contract could be appealing to a contending team.—
Newsweek,
Newsweek,
22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Finding that same equilibrium with Cleveland can be a challenge, rival executives said.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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At the time, Veronica was working a desk job for a rival insurance agent.—
Mickey Rapkin,
HollywoodReporter,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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As a result, the rear-wheel A-Spec model gets slightly more driving range than the front-wheel drive (FWD) EX and Touring Prologue trims (296 miles of range, a combined MPGe rating of 99).—
Doug Newcomb,
PCMAG,
8 Aug. 2024
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View Photos Some dual-motor all-wheel-drive electrics—such as early versions of the Tesla Model Y—offer more driving range than their two-wheel-drive analogs due to careful calibration to only use a single motor during the EPA's test cycles.—
Drew Dorian,
Car and Driver,
17 Mar. 2023
Verb
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With 10 laps to go, Antonelli was battling with Haas driver Ollie Bearman, sitting P11.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Still, consumers have been battling with higher prices for groceries, including record egg prices, and the threat of more spikes as tariffs take effect.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But the scene also looms large for young Ruth: Maria’s earrings represent the mysterious world of adults, one that Ruth is hungry to learn more about.—
Bekah Waalkes,
The Atlantic,
22 July 2025
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Milwaukee Brewers fans are hungry for a 12th consecutive victory -- and a free George Webb’s burger.—
Sofia Joseph,
jsonline.com,
22 July 2025
Verb
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Lucky for us, part of that is amplifying all those extra teams vying for contention.—
Justin Williams,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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His witty but sweet novel follows five actresses all vying for a prestigious prize, each of whom has a reason for wanting to take home the trophy.—
Michael Schaub,
Orange County Register,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Competing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competing. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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