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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
Jennings has spent decades capturing breathtaking aerial moments with his camera for extreme sports competitions, Super Bowl commercials, and Hollywood blockbusters.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2026
On Friday, athletes competed in a variety of strength and fitness competitions across several stages.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
His arsenal of coaching knowledge included years as quarterback coach with the Elite 11 camp and hosting 7-on-7 competitions.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
The goal is to stop scammers from hijacking accounts through tricks like fake talent competitions or misleading QR codes.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
Under federal tax codes, prizes won via competitions such as game shows can be considered income, making the market value of the prizes taxable.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Singing competitions tap into the joy of music, the excitement of competition, and the hope that anyone, from anywhere, can break through.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
At the time, most English clubs were breezing through their European matches, with five finishing in the top eight of the league phase of the Champions League and a record nine then making it through to the knockout stages of the three European competitions.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Today, Rodeo Austin blends traditional livestock shows and rodeo competitions with concerts, food and family attractions.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2026
On Friday, athletes competed in a variety of strength and fitness competitions across several stages.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
His arsenal of coaching knowledge included years as quarterback coach with the Elite 11 camp and hosting 7-on-7 competitions.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
The goal is to stop scammers from hijacking accounts through tricks like fake talent competitions or misleading QR codes.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
Under federal tax codes, prizes won via competitions such as game shows can be considered income, making the market value of the prizes taxable.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Singing competitions tap into the joy of music, the excitement of competition, and the hope that anyone, from anywhere, can break through.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
At the time, most English clubs were breezing through their European matches, with five finishing in the top eight of the league phase of the Champions League and a record nine then making it through to the knockout stages of the three European competitions.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Today, Rodeo Austin blends traditional livestock shows and rodeo competitions with concerts, food and family attractions.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for competitions
Noun
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Most players in both tournaments said adjustments were needed to play on the court.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Wildcats won four consecutive SEC tournaments from 2015 to 2019.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Unlike Iditarod contestants, they are allowed outside help.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The very first episode of ANTM subjected the contestants to on-camera Brazilian bikini waxes and then sent them up to a Manhattan roof terrace to pose in swimwear in frigid weather.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Despite long-standing rivalries among senior Iranian politicians — many of whom hold powerful political positions and control significant economic resources — these factions quickly set aside their differences and pledged loyalty to him.—
Pegah Banihashemi,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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So many of these issues are driven by issues of governance, economic competition, and various regional rivalries, which sometimes play out through proxy groups.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2026
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Such events hurt both stocks and bonds in the short term.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
13 Mar. 2026
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The sequence of events that led to Wilson’s murder, and ultimately, Armstrong’s conviction, is told through interviews with Austin police detectives and Travis County prosecutors, and by myself and others who became immersed in the tragedy through our work.—
Ian Dille,
Outside,
13 Mar. 2026
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Harris entered the race with a $4 million backing, according to FEC filings, a staggering amount compared to his competitors.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Mar. 2026
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The key points of the settlement include an over $200-million payment, a divestment from some amphitheaters, a gradual end to exclusive ticketing contracts with venues, and opening up Ticketmaster’s platform to competitors.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Comfort battles formality fighting to break free.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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For example, one recent night, the room between Cardboard Corner Café and TableTop was set up for Warhammer, where enthusiasts collect, build, and paint miniatures, and fight strategic tabletop battles.—
Debra Skodack,
Kansas City Star,
10 Mar. 2026
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Paradise walks away with the Class 3A Division II crown as North Texas sweeps the 3A and 4A title games.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Mar. 2026
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However, the San José Sharks are just one point behind them and have played two fewer games.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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Typically some time in January, the composer begins researching top awards contenders and toying with recognizable melodies from their scores.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The 98th Academy Awards are set to be awarded this weekend, and Sacramento is well-represented among contenders for the top prize of the night.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Competitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competitions. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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