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as in tournaments
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
a competition between two fierce football rivals
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as in contestants
one who strives for the same thing as another
tried to analyze his major competition in the tennis tournament
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as in rivalries
an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
the intense competition for bragging rights to being the city's best French restaurant
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Recent Examples of competitions
As YouTube has invested in its lean-back offerings designed for TV viewers, ESPN has brought more longform and live content to the platform, including live streams of elite youth basketball, flag football and volleyball competitions.
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Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 15 May 2026
Cooking competitions bring together local chefs and home cooks, who showcase their creativity with traditional recipes and creative interpretations of the fruit.
—Taryn White, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Adriano also formed part of the Brazilian national team which won the 2004 Copa America in 2004 and 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup, winning the Golden Boot in both competitions.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 15 May 2026
That all came after rumors and accusations that the Israeli government had influenced the results of the last two competitions by promoting a mass voting campaign.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
During the meeting, teams spoke about their struggles to support their travel to competitions.
—Katie Servas, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Meanwhile, sports, athletic competitions and romance will sizzle!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Seattle is unbeaten at home in 22 consecutive games (17-0-5) across all competitions, the longest streak of its kind in club history.
—Jon Becker, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
The competitive team also takes part in dance competitions.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 15 May 2026
Cooking competitions bring together local chefs and home cooks, who showcase their creativity with traditional recipes and creative interpretations of the fruit.
—Taryn White, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Adriano also formed part of the Brazilian national team which won the 2004 Copa America in 2004 and 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup, winning the Golden Boot in both competitions.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 15 May 2026
That all came after rumors and accusations that the Israeli government had influenced the results of the last two competitions by promoting a mass voting campaign.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
During the meeting, teams spoke about their struggles to support their travel to competitions.
—Katie Servas, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Meanwhile, sports, athletic competitions and romance will sizzle!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Seattle is unbeaten at home in 22 consecutive games (17-0-5) across all competitions, the longest streak of its kind in club history.
—Jon Becker, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
The competitive team also takes part in dance competitions.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for competitions
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The Lions are hoping their recent showings at international tournaments plus Mané’s experience and leadership can power the country to its best finish since 2002, when Senegal made its memorable run to the quarterfinals.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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Qatar swept away its pre-kickoff controversy to serve up one of the best tournaments ever in 2022.—
Franklin Leonard,
Vanity Fair,
14 May 2026
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The sketch frequently ran throughout Ferrell's time as a cast member from 1995 to 2002 and often featured that week's celebrity host as one of the contestants.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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The United Kingdom landed in last place among the 25 contestants in the finals.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
17 May 2026
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One of the fiercest divisional rivalries in the NFL will have a new look to it.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Cherfilus-McCormick referenced a previous interaction with Wasserman Schultz, signaling that political rivalries could intensify if both enter the race for District 20.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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Though the couple hasn't commented publicly on their relationship, and Foxx has been candid about keeping his relationships out of the spotlight in the past, Huckstepp has supported Foxx at a number of events.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Inspired by true events, LifeHack follows Kyle and his crew of digital Robin Hoods who hack scammers and steal from people the internet loves to hate, working from the comfort of their bedrooms.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
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Collins’s main competitors are Derek Dooley, the former head coach of the football programs at Louisiana Tech and the University of Tennessee, and Buddy Carter, another Georgia congressman.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
19 May 2026
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Viola’s reaction spotlighted growing frustration among competitors who believe the ruling body is using procedural fixes to avoid addressing biological differences in girls' sports.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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But if both of those battles end up as washes, the Knicks could pull away in this series because their work on the glass earns them extra shots.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Trustees increasingly want leaders capable of navigating not only fundraising and research growth, but also the political battles reshaping higher education.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
18 May 2026
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There’s also a spacious indoor area filled with educational toys and games, and the friendly staff facilitate thoughtful activities like Nautical Knot Tying, Anguillan Boat Racing, nature walks, steel drum lessons, and sports including soccer, basketball, volleyball, and pickleball.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The Angels had won seven consecutive games against the Dodgers, the franchise’s longest winning streak against its crosstown rival.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2026
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Barring an Eric Swalwell-style blow-up, the top three — Becerra, Steyer and Hilton — are really the only true contenders.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Three contenders for the Republican nomination are advocating for even more aggressive tax relief while oil prices are riding high.—
Morgan Lee,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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“Competitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competitions. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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