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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
Might the physical toil of the other competitions play a part in the final destination of the league title?
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Once the films are finished, one filmmaker will be chosen to receive an additional $10,000 grant and invited to join the AGBO Storytellers Collective, an alumni network of emerging filmmakers who have won AGBO fellowships or competitions.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
What’s next Krishna is slated to enter HelioPure in several research competitions later this year.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
In the evening, there are numerous themed parties—from ‘90s nights to karaoke competitions.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Huntington Beach’s Brett Simpson was one of the surfers who competed in the early competitions, but in recent years has taken on coaching the younger generation.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
The final showcase sessions — which are staged like TV show competitions with a studio audience of fans — are open to the public.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The team’s form looks ominous for Bayern after losing just once across all competitions this season, a league defeat in November at Real Sociedad.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
The show features 12,000-pound trucks pulling off incredible moves, including balancing on two wheels and flying in head-to-head competitions.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Once the films are finished, one filmmaker will be chosen to receive an additional $10,000 grant and invited to join the AGBO Storytellers Collective, an alumni network of emerging filmmakers who have won AGBO fellowships or competitions.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
What’s next Krishna is slated to enter HelioPure in several research competitions later this year.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
In the evening, there are numerous themed parties—from ‘90s nights to karaoke competitions.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Huntington Beach’s Brett Simpson was one of the surfers who competed in the early competitions, but in recent years has taken on coaching the younger generation.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
The final showcase sessions — which are staged like TV show competitions with a studio audience of fans — are open to the public.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The team’s form looks ominous for Bayern after losing just once across all competitions this season, a league defeat in November at Real Sociedad.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
The show features 12,000-pound trucks pulling off incredible moves, including balancing on two wheels and flying in head-to-head competitions.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for competitions
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A lot of these fishing tournaments are won by these younger anglers that really haven’t studied the body of water, don’t know it like the older fishermen, but are still extremely successful with the new technology.—
Mike McFeely,
Twin Cities,
24 Apr. 2026
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One name to watch for future state tournaments is Clara Barnhart.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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Since the show eliminated a rule prohibiting contestants from winning more than five consecutive games, 20 players have won 10 or more games in a row, including Jamie Ding, the current returning champion.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Six contestants will be forced to stay awake for 48 hours while enduring intense and nonstop challenges.—
Scott Huver,
Deadline,
25 Apr. 2026
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Some may fall victim to regional political rivalries and never materialize.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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And obviously there have been some really great rivalries.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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The residences were born out of necessity but have become cherished events for the thousands in the band’s cult.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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But Barnes noted that timing such events is difficult.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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Reigns tossed Punk from the announce table onto the ground as the referee begged for both competitors to get back into the ring.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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In 2025 many mechanical competitors overheated and fell.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Grandmasters chronicles the rivalries, reinventions, and personal battles shaping the modern pursuit of greatness in the game of kings.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Apr. 2026
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Passages range from the creation of the world to bloody battles and apocalyptic destruction, from exhortations to love of God, neighbor and the needy to passages telling of Jesus' life, death and resurrection.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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The Barracuda, the Sharks’ AHL affiliate, allowed two goals in the first period and never fully recovered in a 5-1 loss to the Henderson Silver Knights on Friday, as San Jose was swept in the best-of-three first-round series two games to none at Lee’s Family Forum.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2026
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This will be one of a record nine international games scheduled for the 2026 season, which will take place across four continents in seven countries.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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As the Spurs push to win it all, showing the supporting cast is still a playoff-level team is a good sign for the Spurs’ status as true title contenders.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, the race’s overall front-runner, dismissed the Democratic contenders seeking Newsom’s seal of approval as misguided and a waste of time.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Competitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competitions. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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